Occupational Therapist

MARSHFIELD R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT

Marshfield is a 4-day school week for students.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Occupational Therapist - SY 2026-27

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Missouri Occupational Therapist License through the Missouri Board of Healing Arts.
• Experience working in school-based settings preferred.
• Knowledge of special education processes IEP development and related service requirements.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: School in session days plus one day; compensation per salary schedule. Board paid benefits.

REPORT TO: Director of Special Programs

POSITION SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist assesses gross motor fine motor and sensory processing skills for children and/or adolescents and provides appropriate treatment/interventions to improve upon deficit areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To provide a comprehensive and professional assessment of each childs strengths and weaknesses as they relate to occupational therapy issues.
2. To develop appropriate IEP therapy goals to access the general education curriculum in order to assist the students in reaching realistic goals for treatment.
3. To provide sensory activities as required by students needs for optimal learning.
4. To provide education and updates to school staff and/or parents/guardians.
5. To write and update IEP or therapy goals and keep progress notes.
6. To maintain contact with other professionals to ensure coordinated treatment efforts.
7. To submit Medicaid billing in a timely manner.
8. Ensure compliance with IDEA Missouri DESE regulations and district policies.
9. Travel between district buildings as assigned.
10. Will not be assigned extra duties but willing to help when available

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift position and assist students as needed.
• Ability to perform physical activities associated with occupational therapy services.

EVALUATION: Formative and summative evaluation per board of education policy.

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the superintendent.

Required Experience:

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