OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT)

Special Programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certificate with OT endorsement
• Thorough knowledge of applicable Washington State and Federal rules and regulations
• Ability to relate positively to and communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff
• Personal vehicle is required for transportation to various sites
• Successful school experience preferred
• Good communication skills, flexibility, and positive attitude required

General Responsibilities

The OT offers emphasis in the areas of functional motor skills, visual motor skills, and self-help/daily living/pre-vocational tasks. This position evaluates, selects, and interprets therapeutic procedures and techniques; modifies and fabricates assistive/adaptive equipment; provides suggestions for environmental adaptation and positioning; and provides consultation regarding the influence of specific deficits on the student's behavior.

Terms of Employment

The 2026-2027 salary schedule is currently unavailable. For the 2025-2026 school year, a 1.0 FTE certificated contract includes a 183-day work year; supplemental pay (after meeting district requirements); 12 sick leave days and 3 annual leave days. Salary placement is based on the State Salary Schedule, which for the 2025-2026 school year ranges from $72,698 (BA degree with no experience) to $138,249 (MA degree + 90 credits and 16 years of experience). For those electing Healthcare coverage through SEBB, a portion of the monthly premium is offset by an employer contribution. Mandatory dental, vision, basic long-term disability, and basic life and accidental death and dismemberment premiums are paid by the district. Employee paid options include: Flexible Spending Arrangement; Dependent Care Assistance Program; and additional long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. If employed less than full time (1.0 FTE), days, salary, and health premiums are pro-rated based on FTE.

People of Diversity Encouraged to Apply

Oak Harbor Public Schools is committed to building a culturally diverse staff to reflect and serve our culturally diverse student population. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog/service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions and complaints of alleged discrimination contact: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources & Operations, Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, and Compliance Coordinator for 28A.640 and 28A.642 RCW. 05.20.26

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350 S. Oak Harbor St. Oak Harbor, WA 98277