Occupational Therapist - 26/27 School Year

Position Type:

Certificated

Date Posted:

12/18/2025

Location:

Undesignated

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - 1.0 FTE

Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

Salary: Per KEA Salary Schedule

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE. Paid time off is offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Kelso Education Association found HERE

Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Organize and conduct an identification program for occupational therapy services by utilizing appropriate evaluation criteria, materials, procedures and recordkeeping

Consult with parents, staff and administration regarding student needs

Select and employ appropriate diagnostic procedures and develop guidelines for a comprehensive program

Prepare IEP goals and objectives and maintain progress data to meet the individual needs of students receiving direct services from the occupational therapist

Understand and comply with current legislation on children with disabilities

Complete all required reports and records in a timely and accurate manner

Provide supervision to certified occupational therapy assistants as per ethical and state guidelines

Provide occupational therapy services in classroom and individual settings

Provide supervision to District motor team assistant as per ethical and state guidelines

Consult with school staff on appropriate practices for students with disabilities

Function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and as a member of a team providing motor services to students with disabilities

Follow Code of Ethics and maintain a high standard of professional behavior

Understand and follow adopted District policies/procedures regarding students with disabilities

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess or be eligible for Washington State E.S.A. Occupational Therapist Certificate

Must possess state licensure as an occupational therapist

Ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures

Must have experience in identifying students with exceptional needs

Demonstrated ability to maintain individual case records according to law

Demonstrated ability to work directly with Special Education personnel, parents and school staff when developing individual educational programs for students with disabilities

Demonstrated ability to conduct appropriate testing, diagnosis and evaluation activities of students with disabilities

Demonstrated knowledge of child development

Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students

Successful therapy experience in educational setting preferred

Willingness to participate in professional development activities designed to upgrade professional skills

Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and evaluate students

Physically capable of conducting therapy

Demonstrated ability to coordinate activities between health care and occupational therapy personnel

Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel between buildings

Knowledge of state and federal legislation for disabilities (WAC 392-172A, IDEA '04, Section 504, etc)

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Fulfill all other responsibilities as assigned

REPORTS TO:

Special Education Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Per negotiated agreement between the Kelso School district and the Kelso Education Association

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Apply online at www.kelso.wednet.edu

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ...; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ...

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ...; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; ..., ....

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KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A DRUG AND TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACE