Contractor-Occupational Therapist

North Reading Public Schools is seeking a part-time, contracted, Occupational Therapist provide direct occupational therapy services to students in the district. North Reading Public Schools is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.

This contract will be for up to 27 hours per week.

Essential duties

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in the district
• Complete assessments
• Collaborate and communicate with other members of the educational team including families
• Participate in team meetings as needed
• Develop educationally relevant, measurable, and observable goals and objectives with the team
• Plan and implement occupational therapy interventions, meeting the individual's specific goals and objectives as
  stated in the IEP
• Provide training to specific members of the educational team for implementation and carry over of program
• Plan and implement accommodations as outlined in the IEP or 504 plan
• Document instructional support, pre-referral and referral activities, evaluation reports, intervention notes, progress notes, consultation notes, and summaries for IEP meetings
• Participate in the decision-making process and implementation for use of assistive technology
• Participate in the routine management of the occupational therapy program and materials
• Participate in occupational therapy department meetings as directed
• Any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director of Student Services, Assistant Director of Special Education, and/or their Designee

Requirements

• Master's Degree
• Valid license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the MA Board of Registration in Allied Health Professions
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations that govern public schools
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience preferred
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

The hourly range listed is a guide. Final rate will be commensurate with experience.

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.