Occupational Therapist(Full-Time)

Position Summary

As an OT or COTA in this district, you will be a vital member of the special education team, delivering occupational therapy services to students with disabilities in the school setting. You will work under the supervision (for the COTA role) of a licensed OT and collaborate closely with teachers, paraprofessionals, campus special ed staff and families to support student access, participation and independence in school routines and the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services to students eligible for special education in accordance with each student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

• Assess, plan, implement and monitor intervention strategies in areas such as fine motor skills, visual?motor integration, sensory processing, activities of daily living (ADLs) in the school context, adaptive equipment or seating/positioning, and transitioning skills.

• Adapt classroom, school-environment and student materials to enable student participation in the least restrictive environment.

• Consult with and support teachers, paraprofessionals, administration, families and other service providers to integrate OT strategies into the classroom and daily activities.

• Document student performance, progress toward goals and services delivered; maintain accurate and timely records per district, state, and agency requirements.

• Participate in IEP/ARD meetings, screening and referral processes, collaborate with the occupational therapist (for COTA) or lead (for OT) and integrate services with other related support services (e.g., speech, PT, special ed).

• Stay current on best practices for school-based occupational therapy, pediatric development, special education law/regulations (IDEA, etc.), and adapt services accordingly.

• Use professional discretion, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to ethical/licensure standards.

• Travel across district campuses as assigned (may include multiple school sites).

• Attend required staff development, training, and planning meetings.

Qualifications

For OT (Occupational Therapist):

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited program (or as required by Texas)

• Current Texas licensure/certification as an Occupational Therapist

• Experience (preferred) working in K-12 school special education settings or pediatric therapy

• Knowledge of special education processes, IEP/ARD, school accommodations and inclusive practices

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

For COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant):

• Associate (or required) degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program, from an accredited institution

• Current Texas licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Must work under supervision of licensed OT as required by Texas board rules

• Prefer experience in educational or pediatric settings

• Familiar with school special education environment, IEPs/ARDs, sensory/motor interventions

General Requirements (both roles):

• Must pass criminal history/fingerprint check as required for school employment

• Ability to travel between district campuses and navigate school environments

• Physical ability to provide interventions (may include lifting equipment, assisting students with movement, working on floor level, etc.)

• Effective use of technology for documentation, scheduling, and reporting

Hours: Full time (40 hours) or part time would be considered

Compensation: 45-50 dollars per hour based on experience and uncapped bonus potential. 

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