Occupational Therapist

  • Springfield Public Schools
  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Full Time

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating and providing educationally-based occupational services to students with these related services on their Individual Education Plan or 504 Plan in the schools.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

(Summary of essential job functions)

  • To conduct initial, yearly, and three-year assessments of students referred for special education.
  • To conduct screenings and assessments as needed when referred through team members or 504 process.
  • To participate in developing an Individual Education Plan or the 504 Accommodation Plan.
  • To implement the treatment necessary to comply with the educational plans, in or out of the classroom. Treatment may include but not be limited to lifting, transferring, exercising, ambulating, positioning, training student and staff with assistive devices, developing home programs, and consulting with physicians and supportive agencies when necessary.
  • Consult to all related disciplines and education staff to insure carryover into the student’s academic day.
  • Supervising and assisting the Therapist Assistants in carrying out the recommended services.
  • Consultation when needed on solving architectural barriers, adapting equipment for more functional access within the classroom.
  • Responsible for timely completion of assessments and all needed documentation.
  • Consult to parents and other family members to promote an understanding of the student’s needs and to demonstrate when needed.
  • To travel from school to school to meet the needs of the students in the Springfield Public Schools. Carry necessary equipment/toys needed to meet the needs of the student’s when necessary.
  • Work with the regular education and administrative staffs to develop an understanding of the role of the Physical and Occupational Therapist in the schools.
  • Participate in preschool arena assessment when necessary.
  • Provide equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, handicap, or national origin.
  • Work within the goals and objectives set aside by the Superintendent of Schools.
  • To do other duties that may be assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB:

(Minimum requirements)

  • Maintains and manages a caseload comprised of physically disabled students in the schools.
  • Works collaboratively with the Evaluation Team Leader and school team to develop educationally based IEPs for physically disabled students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate from an accredited institution recognized by the American Medical Association with a minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Physical or Occupational Therapy.
  • Registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by the Board of Allied Health.
  • Prior experience in a school setting preferred, pediatric experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Lifting, carrying, bending, floor activities.
  • Frequent travel between schools

"If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!"

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3 rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff. We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways.

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The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator, ... , the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at , or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie O’Sullivan, Senior Administrator of Human Resources, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, ... ext. 55428, ... .

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to ...

Job ID: 489603282
Originally Posted on: 8/15/2025

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