Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (05/2025)The purpose of this position is to have an individual who can assess students in terms of their fine motor skills.Description of Duties:(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)Management of the Learning EnvironmentUtilizes effective and varied diagnostic techniques and proceduresAdvocates for a standards-based, student centered environment in each classUtilizes testing materials properlyMaintains a pleasant, neat and well-organized officePerforms scheduled duties promptlyFulfills paperwork responsibilities promptlyMaintains professional competence through in-service educational activitiesDemonstrates a thorough knowledge of the content areaTeacher/Pupil/Parent InteractionAssumes responsibility for providing a safe, supportive testing environment for every studentRelates well to students of varied proficiencyProvides and promotes opportunities for students to develop a wholesome self-conceptGuides students toward self-controlProvides effective student structure in the total school settingAccepts responsibility for the well-being of each assigned studentRemains approachable to students and parents, as neededContributes to a positive and effective working relationship between school and home.Professional and Personal QualitiesAdheres to the academic, ethical and social standards of the professionSpeaks and writes clearly, understandably and appropriatelyDresses appropriately and is well-groomedAccepts constructive criticism.Applies suggestions for improvementUses confidential information for professional purposes onlyIs equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learnersRealizes that good attendance is necessary for effective learningParticipates in ongoing professional development, including all district sponsored initiativesTeacher/Staff RelationsShows evidence of helping to promote positive working relationships will school personnelDemonstrates willingness to share and exchange ideas, skills, techniques and materialsWorks effectively with administrative personnelAccepts and implements school and district decisionsFulfills assigned duties and out-of-class responsibilitiesComplies with school department procedures and school committee policiesSupervision:Supervision Scope:Supervises students and evaluates their achievementSupervision Given and Received:Supervised by principal and/or directorQualifications:Qualified applicants must forward cover letter, resume, transcripts, proof of MA DESE license and SEI Endorsement as well as three current letters of recommendationEducation, Training and Experience:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Licensure from Massachusetts as an Occupational Therapist Demonstrated competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensureKnowledge Required:Currency in diagnostic and prescriptive evaluation instruments and techniquesEffective planning of caseload and testing of students in a timely mannerEffective presentation of findings orally and in writingPromotion of high standards and expectations for student proficiencyPromotion of equity and appreciation of diversityEffective integration of technologyKnowledge of special education paperwork and procedures.Fulfillment of professional responsibilitiesAbilities Required:Ability to evaluate students of all agesAbility to prescribe services and programs to meet student needsAbility to administer required student testing and assessmentsAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administratorsSkills Required:Effective testing management skillsExcellent listening, speaking, reading and writing skillsEffective interpersonal skillsSkills in the specific tasks entailed in evaluating students and developing goals and objectives to meet their needsSalary: As per the WEA contract.Non-Discrimination Notice: Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.