8316 - Occupational Therapist

8316 - Occupational Therapist JobID: 8316 Position Type: Central Office Admin/TherapistDate Posted: 10/27/2026Location: Special Education Closing Date: 11/05/2026 Additional Information: Show/HideJOB TITLE: Occupational Therapist DUTY DAYS: 195 Days PAY GRADE: A01SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule Primary Purpose: To evaluate student(s) referred for occupational therapy evaluations which will assist the ARD committee in determining possible eligibility for services. To provide occupational therapy as a related service for students with disabilities as identified in the student's individual educational program. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Degree(s), certification, and/or licensure by the association and/or board as designated by lawPrefer successful experience in Texas public schools or equivalent Special Knowledge/Skills: Experience: Major Responsibilities and Duties: Provides consultation to the school district for planning and implementation of occupational therapy servicesConducts Full Individual Evaluations as part of the multi-disciplinary evaluation team for determining special needs of individual students and appropriate placementMakes a written report of evaluation to the Admissions, Review, and Dismissal CommitteeAssists the ARD committee in the development of the individual educational program (IEP's) in terms of eligible students and/or recommended educational alternativesProvide services to students with disabilities as specified in the individual education program (IEP)Provide consultation to teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents concerning IEP implementation, maintenance, and evaluationProvides workshops and staff development sessions as requested by the educational staffOffers guidance and assistance to classroom teachers and suggestions for adapting materials and equipment for individual or class useProvide consultation to parents and families through evaluation summaries, home programs, referrals to other agencies, suggestions for home management and adaptive equipment and organization of parent groupsActs as a liaison between the school and the community health agenciesMakes an assessment of potential architectural barriers which may hinder a handicapped child and makes suggestions for the elimination of such barriersAssist in the conversion of OT recommendations into educational behavioral objectives to provide the mechanism to improve the value of the educational experience of the studentPerform other duties as assigned by proper authority Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervisory responsibilities may include the supervision of a Certified Occupational Therapy AssistantWORKING CONDITIONS:Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending; regular heavy lifting to students; biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases