Occupational Therapist (2476)
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
September 22 2025
We announce the followingSPECIAL EDUCATION vacancy for the 2025-2026 school year in the Rochester Community Schools. Applications will be accepted until filled.
Occupational Therapist
1.0 FTE
Districtwide
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors of Science Degree and Certificate in occupational therapy.
- License from state of Michigan to practice occupational therapy.
- Ability to read analyze and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students staff and parents.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
SALARY:
Per Rochester Education Association Master Agreement
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested and qualified applicants must complete an online applicationat:
PROCESS:
Selection of an individual to fill this vacancy is determined by the appropriate administrators based upon experience qualifications and professional attributes.
JOB DESCRIPTION
REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Special Populations Diversity Equity and Inclusion
JOB GOAL: To evaluation students to determine their functional levels and identify special needs and to plan and implement therapeutic activities.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works with school team in planning and implementing activities to assist students eligible for special education in benefiting from their educational experience.
- Evaluates students educational needs and uses the findings to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
- Screens and evaluates students to determine special education eligibility and develop IEPs.
- Plans therapy intervention programs to support specific educational activities of students.
- Provides training to appropriate persons to carry out therapy goals in the school setting.
- Arranges for appropriate equipment adaptation fabrication and repair; arranges for appropriate room set-up.
- Functions as a team member for METs and IEPs and maintains contact with school family medical personnel and other appropriate agencies.
- Problem solves to meet students ever-changing needs.
- Establishes and maintains appropriate records reports and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Administrators.
Adopted: 4/1/97
Reviewed: 5/15/2023
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
