Occupational Therapist-LTS (052026 Approx.)

Occupational Therapist-LTS (05/15/2026-06/22/2026 Approx.)

Position Summary: The purpose of this position is to have an individual who can assess students in terms of their fine motor skills.

Description of Duties:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.)

Management of the Learning Environment
Utilizes effective and varied diagnostic techniques and procedures
Advocates for a standards-based student centered environment in each class
Utilizes testing materials properly
Maintains a pleasant neat and well-organized office
Performs scheduled duties promptly
Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly
Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the content area
Teacher/Pupil/Parent Interaction
Assumes responsibility for providing a safe supportive testing environment for every student
Relates well to students of varied proficiency
Provides and promotes opportunities for students to develop a wholesome self-concept
Guides students toward self-control
Provides effective student structure in the total school setting
Accepts responsibility for the well-being of each assigned student
Remains approachable to students and parents as needed
Contributes to a positive and effective working relationship between school and home.
Professional and Personal Qualities
Adheres to the academic ethical and social standards of the profession
Speaks and writes clearly understandably and appropriately
Dresses appropriately and is well-groomed
Accepts constructive criticism.
Applies suggestions for improvement
Uses confidential information for professional purposes only
Is equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learners
Realizes that good attendance is necessary for effective learning
Participates in ongoing professional development including all district sponsored initiatives
Teacher/Staff Relations
Shows evidence of helping to promote positive working relationships will school personnel
Demonstrates willingness to share and exchange ideas skills techniques and materials
Works effectively with administrative personnel
Accepts and implements school and district decisions
Fulfills assigned duties and out-of-class responsibilities
Complies with school department procedures and school committee policies

Supervision:

Supervision Scope:

Supervises students and evaluates their achievement

Supervision Given and Received:

Supervised by principal and/or director

Qualifications: Qualified applicants must forward cover letter resume transcripts proof of MA DESE license and SEI Endorsement as well as three current letters of recommendation

Education Training and Experience:

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
Licensure from Massachusetts as an Occupational Therapist
Demonstrated competence highly qualified in the area of licensure

Knowledge Required:

Currency in diagnostic and prescriptive evaluation instruments and techniques
Effective planning of caseload and testing of students in a timely manner
Effective presentation of findings orally and in writing
Promotion of high standards and expectations for student proficiency
Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity
Effective integration of technology
Knowledge of special education paperwork and procedures.
Fulfillment of professional responsibilities
Abilities Required:
Ability to evaluate students of all ages
Ability to prescribe services and programs to meet student needs
Ability to administer required student testing and assessments
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students parents colleagues and administrators
Skills Required:
Effective testing management skills
Excellent listening speaking reading and writing skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Skills in the specific tasks entailed in evaluating students and developing goals and objectives to meet their needs
Salary: As per the WEA contract.

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Non- Discrimination Notice: Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion disability national origin gender gender identity or sexual orientation.

Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.

MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.

Required Experience:

IC