Occupational Therapist (Itinerant) - PEC Special Ed Local Plan Area (SELPA) (2025-26)

Oakland Unified School District•Oakland, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of assigned supervisor, provide assessment, consultation, and direct occupational therapy services to eligible students enrolled in or referred to special education programs.

Requirements

Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures governing assigned area
Methods to interpret apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Principles, methods, equipment and techniques of occupational therapy
Principles of neurology, anatomy, neuroanatomy, and physiology
Safety precautions including hazards associated with client-specific activities
Methods, materials, and equipment used to alter existing or to fabricate specialized equipment
Problems and concerns of students with special needs
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
First-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques and universal precautions
Implement applicable laws, codes, policies, procedures, and District regulations governing work scope
Maintain current knowledge of related technological advances applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, procedures and District regulations related to workscope
Evaluate physical functions and the developmental levels of students
Determine and evaluate treatment plans
Operate therapeutic equipment
Monitor and evaluate equipment needs
Order and adjust adaptive devices
Understand and relate to students with special needs and their caregivers
Organize, coordinate, and prioritize a variety of activities, programs, and services
Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action
Prepare and deliver clear and concise presentations to a variety of audiences
Communicate effectively using tact, patience, and courtesy
Communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
Understand and follow oral and written directions
Work independently
Meet schedules and timelines
Maintain accurate and confidential records
Work cooperatively
Perform first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Operate personal computer, related software, and other office equipment
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school or related fields.
Valid California Board of Occupational Therapy License
Valid first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation certificates
Complete District’s training on universal precautions
Valid California Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students in an occupational therapy or educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement occupational therapy treatment for eligible students; evaluate educationally-related physical disabilities and functional limitations; implement direct care and therapeutic programs; monitor and adjust individual programs.
Prepare written evaluations, maintain records and reports concerning individual students; review relevant reports.
Communicate daily with students, parents, school staff, and/or administrators; communicate as needed with physicians and medical/therapy personnel regarding student’s educationally-related therapy.
Consult with the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Teams/Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) Teams regarding the students’ disabilities/physical limitations to extend therapeutic activities to the classroom and home environments.
Monitor and evaluate equipment needs; order and adjust equipment to assist in the increased function of students and the prevention of deformity.
Visit students’ educational environments to assess adaptive equipment needs to allow eligible individuals to participate in educationally-relevant activities.
Develop and evaluate programs and procedures for occupational therapy, assessment, and services; review therapy goals for students, recommend adjustments as appropriate for students’ IEPs/IFSPs.
Serve as District liaison with agencies, schools and other organizations to coordinate related communication and services.
Attend and participate in District-approved staff conferences, meetings and in-service training.
Attend clinics for inter-agency coordination of services.
Operate and maintain a variety of therapeutic equipment.
Perform related duties as assigned.