Occupational Therapist

The occupational therapist will conduct evaluations and provide direct services to students with mild/moderate disabilities, including but not limited students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, in a public school setting.

Responsibilities Include:

Conducts thorough assessments of fine motor, visual motor, and sensory processing skills utilizing standardized evaluations and informal assessments to establish eligibility for services and inform goals and service delivery Utilizes data to develop attainable, strengths-based SMART goals for improving functional classroom and daily living skills Provides direct services utilizing research-based treatment methods to improve students' fine motor, visual motor, and daily living skills as outlined in the students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) Records data and reports progress at least as often as report cards are provided Attends and participates in IEP meetings Collaborates with other related service providers to conduct co-treatment sessions when deemed appropriate Consults with classroom teachers and paraprofessionals to implement fine motor, daily living, and sensory strategies throughout the school day Participates in professional development that is specific to the field and meets requirements to maintain licensure

Preferred Skills:

Experience with behavior management/de-escalation strategies

Minimum Requirements:

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited graduate program Valid Occupational Therapist License through the Board of Allied Health Professions, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) preferred

Reports to:

Building principal and special education team administrator Director of Special Education & Special Education Coordinator Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional team. Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, or handicap, in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.