Occupational Therapist
- Palo Alto Unified School District
- Santa Clara, California
- Full Time
Occupational Therapist
Job Summary
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
B.A. or B.S. from an accredited school, as well as experience and/or training that meets or exceeds the skills and abilities described in this classification;
Have and maintain certification with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board (AOTCB);
Strong background in Sensory Integration therapy and application in the treatment of Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), and associated regulatory disorders; SCSIPTS Certification preferred;
Have and maintain a valid California driver's license.
OVERVIEW:
Under general supervision, provide occupational therapy services to special need students exhibiting learning disabilities such as developmental delays, behavior disorders, perceptual motor/visual motor difficulties, gross and fine motor delays, or any other associated disorders interfering with a student's ability to benefit from his/her education program. Therapy may be provided on a direct, consultative, or monitoring basis.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess the developmental and educational needs of children with a variety of disabilities;
Administer complete educational assessments and reassessments, including observations, record review, standardized/non-standardized testing in areas of suspected disability; interpret results, provide a comprehensive written report, and present findings at IEP meetings;
Formulate and implement individual treatment plans as related to assessment, educational implications, and IEP Goals and objectives;
Chart daily notes related to therapy activities and student responses;
Adapt environment, equipment, materials, and activities according to student needs;
Communicate and collaborate with other staff and family members as a means of effectively infusing therapy activities, in-home and in school, to optimize the overall program and student progress;
See more in the job description attached below.
Requirements / Qualifications
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Job Summary
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
B.A. or B.S. from an accredited school, as well as experience and/or training that meets or exceeds the skills and abilities described in this classification;
Have and maintain certification with the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board (AOTCB);
Strong background in Sensory Integration therapy and application in the treatment of Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), and associated regulatory disorders; SCSIPTS Certification preferred;
Have and maintain a valid California driver's license.
OVERVIEW:
Under general supervision, provide occupational therapy services to special need students exhibiting learning disabilities such as developmental delays, behavior disorders, perceptual motor/visual motor difficulties, gross and fine motor delays, or any other associated disorders interfering with a student's ability to benefit from his/her education program. Therapy may be provided on a direct, consultative, or monitoring basis.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess the developmental and educational needs of children with a variety of disabilities;
Administer complete educational assessments and reassessments, including observations, record review, standardized/non-standardized testing in areas of suspected disability; interpret results, provide a comprehensive written report, and present findings at IEP meetings;
Formulate and implement individual treatment plans as related to assessment, educational implications, and IEP Goals and objectives;
Chart daily notes related to therapy activities and student responses;
Adapt environment, equipment, materials, and activities according to student needs;
Communicate and collaborate with other staff and family members as a means of effectively infusing therapy activities, in-home and in school, to optimize the overall program and student progress;
See more in the job description attached below.
Requirements / Qualifications
For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer.
Comments and Other Information
For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer.
Job ID: 485578275
Originally Posted on: 7/16/2025
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