Occupational Therapist
Woodland School District 404
Special Services - Woodland, Washington
Job Details
Job ID:5721608
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Yesterday
Job Description
Woodland Public Schools - Occupational Therapist
We appreciate your interest in employment with Woodland Public Schools. All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Position Title: Occupational Therapist
Posting #: 3694
Location: Woodland Public Schools, Preschool through 12th Grade
Days/Hrs: 7 hours/day M-F (1.0 FTE), 189 days (180 school days and 9 professional development days)
Start Date: 8/10/2026
Pay Schedule: 2025-2026 Salary Schedule, 2026 - 2027 TBD
Benefits: Position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and LTD through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) and retirement through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
Job Goal:
The occupational therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with disability in their least restrictive environment. The occupational therapist develops, implements and coordinates an occupational therapy program within the local educational agency (LEA); providing screening, evaluation and intervention services. Working with students with disabilities and serious health impairments, the occupational therapist is expected to analyze present levels of performance, problem solve effectively and demonstrate a high level of professional judgment when recommending and providing services, making environmental modifications and training staff to manage physical needs at an appropriate level of supervision. Direct supervision may be exercised over support personnel and must be provided to any certificated occupational therapy assistant at least every 30 days. Consultation with educational and community personnel is also an essential component of the occupational therapist's roles/responsibilities. The occupational therapist, though working as a team member serving students, is autonomous in applying principles of occupational therapy and responsible for working within the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and other legal mandates. Work is performed under the direction of the special services director.
Qualifications:
Must possess Washington State Occupational Therapist licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure
Two years of experience preferred
Experience working in the field of special education within the public school setting is preferred
Background in behavioral therapy as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) preferred
Experience within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
Willingness to participate in staff development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives
Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
Knowledge and experience in a variety of diagnoses, ages, and populations and applying the appropriate modalities
Ability to relate well to administrators, teachers, parents, and students
Ability to convey humor and positive energy with team members, students and parents as well as the motor team department
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, theory, methods and evidence based practice
Knowledge of effective practice, clinical decision making, outcomes based intervention and their proper application in the educational environment
Knowledge of areas of practice specific to pediatrics, including child development and specific diagnoses
Knowledge of administrative management practices
Ability to plan, implement, administer and coordinate a physical therapy program, from eligibility determination to exit, within an LEA
Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment tools and interpret results of assessment
Skill in selecting and providing a wide range of intervention strategies and monitoring their effectiveness
Ability to plan, coordinate and provide training and continuing education both formally and informally to parents, school administration, school staff, community agencies, staff and other medical professionals
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Knowledge of current legal mandates, including: Federal and State law, compliance issues, confidentiality requirements, funding procedures and requirements
Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
Screens and evaluates students as to gross motor skills and functional abilities in order to assist in diagnosis and school placement
Provides consultation to staff and parents regarding the functional needs of students with motor dysfunctions
Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities designed to achieve the goals of the program established for each student
Manages equipment, supplies, and repairs necessary for functional operation of occupational therapy
Works with well-developed organizational and time management skills for managing documents and participation in evaluations, treatments and meetings for multiple school buildings, including maintenance of files
Writes clear and concise reports and IEPs following State and district requirements
Provides direct therapy treatment for students
Works with staff on physical therapist roles, treatment plan and/or assessment results in a professional manner, with "parent-friendly" terminology
Applies proper body mechanics to all situations requiring physical management of students
Supervises and collaborates with a certificated occupational therapist assistant (COTA) on student plans, evaluations, and treatments
Problem-solves and shows creativity in a variety of situations with limited resources
Uses multiple frames of reference, models and theory bases for treatment
Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Comprehensive Professional Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Other duties as assigned
Bilingual preferred
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Physical ability to execute job responsibilities that may include: transferring and/or lifting students or equipment, managing equipment
May be required to travel between buildings and occasionally attend workshops and conferences within the region or state
Required to work flexible hours and schedule which may include some evenings
Classroom/office environment which includes frequently walking, occasional lifting, and bending, stooping, kneeling and keyboarding
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Position Opens Externally: 5/18/2026
Position Closes: Open until filled
If you are hired for this position, you will be required to pay for a background check, unless you have completed the background check in the past two years, and it is on file with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
Position Type:Full-time
Woodland School District 404
Special Services - Woodland, Washington
Job Details
Job ID:5721608
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Yesterday
Job Description
Woodland Public Schools - Occupational Therapist
We appreciate your interest in employment with Woodland Public Schools. All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Position Title: Occupational Therapist
Posting #: 3694
Location: Woodland Public Schools, Preschool through 12th Grade
Days/Hrs: 7 hours/day M-F (1.0 FTE), 189 days (180 school days and 9 professional development days)
Start Date: 8/10/2026
Pay Schedule: 2025-2026 Salary Schedule, 2026 - 2027 TBD
Benefits: Position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and LTD through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) and retirement through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
Job Goal:
The occupational therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with disability in their least restrictive environment. The occupational therapist develops, implements and coordinates an occupational therapy program within the local educational agency (LEA); providing screening, evaluation and intervention services. Working with students with disabilities and serious health impairments, the occupational therapist is expected to analyze present levels of performance, problem solve effectively and demonstrate a high level of professional judgment when recommending and providing services, making environmental modifications and training staff to manage physical needs at an appropriate level of supervision. Direct supervision may be exercised over support personnel and must be provided to any certificated occupational therapy assistant at least every 30 days. Consultation with educational and community personnel is also an essential component of the occupational therapist's roles/responsibilities. The occupational therapist, though working as a team member serving students, is autonomous in applying principles of occupational therapy and responsible for working within the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and other legal mandates. Work is performed under the direction of the special services director.
Qualifications:
Must possess Washington State Occupational Therapist licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure
Two years of experience preferred
Experience working in the field of special education within the public school setting is preferred
Background in behavioral therapy as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) preferred
Experience within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred
Willingness to participate in staff development courses aligned with the school and district initiatives
Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
Knowledge and experience in a variety of diagnoses, ages, and populations and applying the appropriate modalities
Ability to relate well to administrators, teachers, parents, and students
Ability to convey humor and positive energy with team members, students and parents as well as the motor team department
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, theory, methods and evidence based practice
Knowledge of effective practice, clinical decision making, outcomes based intervention and their proper application in the educational environment
Knowledge of areas of practice specific to pediatrics, including child development and specific diagnoses
Knowledge of administrative management practices
Ability to plan, implement, administer and coordinate a physical therapy program, from eligibility determination to exit, within an LEA
Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment tools and interpret results of assessment
Skill in selecting and providing a wide range of intervention strategies and monitoring their effectiveness
Ability to plan, coordinate and provide training and continuing education both formally and informally to parents, school administration, school staff, community agencies, staff and other medical professionals
Skill in effective oral and written communication
Knowledge of current legal mandates, including: Federal and State law, compliance issues, confidentiality requirements, funding procedures and requirements
Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
Screens and evaluates students as to gross motor skills and functional abilities in order to assist in diagnosis and school placement
Provides consultation to staff and parents regarding the functional needs of students with motor dysfunctions
Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities designed to achieve the goals of the program established for each student
Manages equipment, supplies, and repairs necessary for functional operation of occupational therapy
Works with well-developed organizational and time management skills for managing documents and participation in evaluations, treatments and meetings for multiple school buildings, including maintenance of files
Writes clear and concise reports and IEPs following State and district requirements
Provides direct therapy treatment for students
Works with staff on physical therapist roles, treatment plan and/or assessment results in a professional manner, with "parent-friendly" terminology
Applies proper body mechanics to all situations requiring physical management of students
Supervises and collaborates with a certificated occupational therapist assistant (COTA) on student plans, evaluations, and treatments
Problem-solves and shows creativity in a variety of situations with limited resources
Uses multiple frames of reference, models and theory bases for treatment
Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Comprehensive Professional Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
Other duties as assigned
Bilingual preferred
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Physical ability to execute job responsibilities that may include: transferring and/or lifting students or equipment, managing equipment
May be required to travel between buildings and occasionally attend workshops and conferences within the region or state
Required to work flexible hours and schedule which may include some evenings
Classroom/office environment which includes frequently walking, occasional lifting, and bending, stooping, kneeling and keyboarding
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Position Opens Externally: 5/18/2026
Position Closes: Open until filled
If you are hired for this position, you will be required to pay for a background check, unless you have completed the background check in the past two years, and it is on file with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
Position Type:Full-time
Job ID: 521619334
Originally Posted on: 5/18/2026
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