Occupational Therapist for the Special Services Program

Occupational Therapist– Special Services Program El Dorado County Office of Education Application Deadline: Until Filled Date Posted: 5/21/2026 Contact: Darci Vance Number of Openings: 1 Salary: $448.47 - $600.99 Daily Length of Work Year: 8 hours a day, 5 days per week (215 days), 12 months per year Employment Type: Full Time Self Assessment: Will be emailed to candidate upon receipt of application and is due within specified timeframe. Interview Date: TBD About the Employer At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success. Job Summary Under the direction of the Director of Special Services, the Occupational Therapist will participate as a member of the educational team to assess student performance in the areas of disability, develop assessment reports, identify student abilities within educational, developmental, or functional parameters, develop goals and objectives for consideration in the IEP team meeting, develop individual occupational therapy intervention plans based on educational needs, maintain appropriate documentation and reports, and provide staff development training and consultative support to education personnel. Employees in this position will be required to work in an indoor and outdoor environment and come in direct contact with students, EDCOE staff, and school districts’ staff. Requirements / Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution. Certification as an Occupational Therapist Registered (OR) by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board. One year supervised experience providing occupational therapy services, including construction and use of assistive devices, special toys, and equipment. Application Materials Required Certification (Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR)) Copy of Transcript (unofficial transcripts may be attached, official transcripts must be presented at time of hire) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (2) Resume EEO and Accommodation Statement The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at View phone number on click.appcast.io. For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information. Links Related To This Job About our Special Services Program Title IX Information EDCOE Website CalPERS Information Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr