2027 Approx.)

Waltham Public Schools•Waltham, MA

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist assesses students’ fine motor skills and evaluates students of all ages. The role includes administering assessments, interpreting and presenting findings, and prescribing services and programs to meet student needs. The Occupational Therapist maintains an organized testing environment, completes paperwork promptly, plans caseloads and testing in a timely manner, and fulfills professional and school-related responsibilities. The position also involves supporting students’ safety, development, self-concept, and self-control; communicating with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators; collaborating with school personnel; and participating in professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Massachusetts licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
SEI Endorsement.
Demonstrated competence in the area of licensure.
Knowledge of diagnostic and prescriptive evaluation instruments and techniques.
Knowledge of special education paperwork and procedures.
Ability to evaluate students of all ages and prescribe services and programs to meet their needs.
Ability to administer required student testing and assessments.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
Effective testing management and interpersonal skills.
Excellent listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

Assess students’ fine motor skills and evaluate students of all ages.
Use effective diagnostic techniques, procedures, testing materials, and assessment instruments.
Administer required student testing and assessments, and plan caseloads and testing in a timely manner.
Prescribe services and programs to meet student needs and develop goals and objectives.
Present findings effectively, orally and in writing.
Maintain a pleasant, neat, and well-organized office and provide a safe, supportive testing environment.
Complete paperwork promptly and comply with special education procedures and school department requirements.
Support students’ self-concept, self-control, safety, and development in the school setting.
Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and school personnel.
Promote positive working relationships and share ideas, skills, techniques, and materials with staff.
Implement school and district decisions, policies, and procedures, and fulfill assigned duties.
Maintain professional competence and participate in ongoing professional development, including district-sponsored initiatives.
Use confidential information for professional purposes only and uphold the ethical, academic, and social standards of the profession.