Occupational Therapist/COTA (Long Term Substitute) (SY25-26)
Occupational Therapist/COTA (Long Term Substitute) (SY25-26)
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Job Description
Needham Public Schools is an inclusive dynamic and multicultural community seeking an energetic skilled and warm LTSOccupational Therapist (Sept 2025-January 2026)to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency equity and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate. This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools 2 middle schools and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias bullying and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here.
Job Description:
The occupational therapist/COTA provides related services in the area of occupational therapy in accordance with student Individual Education Programs as well as conducts special education student evaluations. Individual and small group therapy sessions will focus on fine motor development and sensory processing. Consultation will be provided to educational teams including general education teachers to ensure full access to learning opportunities. Parent communication and engagement will support opportunities for progress monitoring of application and generalization of skills. Occupational Therapists will participate in the development of individual education programs data collection and completion of progress reports.
Education and Experience:
- Masters Degree
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts licensure as an Occupational Therapist
Selection Procedure:
All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.
Application Procedure:
Please apply online: will be considered only when a cover letter resume three letters of recommendation license and transcripts have been attached to your online application.
The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate against students parents employees or the general public on the basis of race color sex homeless status gender identity religion national origin sexual orientation disability or age. In addition to the protected classes identified and in regard to employment practices the Needham Public Schools also does not discriminate based on genetic information ancestry or status as a veteran.
The Needham Public School System is a member of METCO Initiatives for Developing Equity and Achievement for Students (IDEAS) and the Greater Boston School Human Resources Network. Candidates who have a strong commitment to equity are encouraged to apply.
The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate against students parents employees or the general public on the basis of race color sex homeless status gender identity religion national origin sexual orientation disability or age. In addition to the protected classes identified and in regard to employment practices the Needham Public Schools also does not discriminate based on genetic information ancestry or status as a veteran.
The Needham Public School System is a member of METCO Developing Equity and Achievement for Students (IDEAS) and the Greater Boston School Human Resources Network. Candidates who have a strong commitment to active anti-racism are encouraged to apply.
Employment Type
Full-Time
