Occupational Therapist - 26/27 School Year

Position Type:
Certificated

Date Posted:
12/18/2025

Location:
Undesignated 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


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; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io
For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io.


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