Districtwide/ Occupational Therapist (2026-2027)

Elko•Elko, NV

18h

About The Position

The occupational therapist will implement school board and special education policies and procedures in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) for students with disabilities. The occupational therapist will provide occupational therapy services to students with disabilities as outlined in the Individual Education Plan (IEP), as enrolled in a ECSD special education program or as referred for assessment. The focus of therapy is not rehabilitative in nature, but viewed as needed educational support for students. This person will be expected to adhere to the ECSD Professional Standards for Licensed Employees as outlined in policy and the CBA and report directly to the Director of Special Services.

Requirements

At minimum have an entry-level Bachelor’s, or Master’s or Doctoral Degree in occupational therapy from an Accredited Occupational Therapy Educational Program.
Valid State of Nevada Board of Occupational Therapy license
Licensed from the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy.
When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement.

Nice To Haves

Possess or able to acquire the proper certification and endorsements as required by the Nevada Department of Education.
-Qualifying License: Special
-Qualifying Endorsement: Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments of students with disabilities to determine the need for educationally related occupational therapy services.
Analyze and review occupational therapy assessment reports presented to the IEP team for consideration of services.
Provide recommendations to IEP teams regarding the frequency and delivery for educationally related occupational therapy services, referral procedures, and protocols.
Plan, schedule, implement, and evaluate appropriate educationally related occupational therapy programs.
Monitor student progress and develop an appropriate treatment plan to meet individual needs of students.
Collaborate on the development of present levels, goals, and benchmarks in IEP team meetings.
Evaluate need for and provide training to staff and parents/guardians, as appropriate, for use of adaptive equipment to meet educationally related occupational therapy needs.
Develop a climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
Attend MDT/IEP meetings as appropriate.
Maintain accurate records and provide progress reports as needed.
Work professionally with administrators, staff, parents/guardians, and community.
Maintain a safe and orderly therapy area.
Consult with outside agencies/therapists regarding therapy reports (parents/guardians permission).
Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.