Occupational Therapist Substitute

Occupational Therapist- Part or Full-Time Substitute

Provides occupational therapy services to help students benefit from the educational program.

Holds/maintains valid Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainer Board and Ohio Department of Education Pupil Services licenses as an occupational therapist.

Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

Comprehensive understanding of Ohio Schools Medicaid Program

Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.

Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.

Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.

Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.

Designs and provides educationally relevant occupational therapy services. Uses evidence based practice to guide therapeutic interventions.

Assists with program planning. Identifies opportunities to enhance student learning.

Helps the evaluation team assess student performance. Recommends services relevant to needs. Incorporates therapy goals into Individualized Education Plans (IEP).

Collaboratively identifies and resolves problems that impede student learning. Implements evidence-based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time-frames.

Completes Evaluation Team Reports (ETR) documenting assessment results, student strengths, needs, and implications for instruction by required deadlines.

Helps stakeholders understand how therapy activities relate to the educational program.

Guides students in therapy regimens and the use of equipment. Helps students increase strength, dexterity, coordination, endurance and fine motor skills applicable to the educational setting.

Assists with classroom positioning to promote proper joint alignment and postural stability.

Addresses individualized activities of daily living skills necessary in educational/vocational settings.

Evaluates and recommends activities that support/enhance sensory processing skills.

Reduces barriers in the school environment. Devises/adapts equipment as needed.

Conducts assistive technology assessments.

Teaches skills that help students manage the learning environment (e.g., assistive technology, augmentative devices, use of instructional/media resources, access/proximity to activities, etc.).

Works with staff to monitor intervention efficacy. Recommends modifications as needed.

Advocates for students. Facilitates inclusive educational opportunities for all students.

Helps students make appropriate choices and improve personal skills. Encourages creativity, critical-thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self-reliance.

Provides information to help families assist students with home therapy activities when requested.

Prepares documentation and recommendations that comply with state/federal requirements.

Ensures accurate and timely completion of all required Medicaid reports.

Exemplifies professionalism to enhance NwOESC and member district public images.

Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Performs all aspects of the job.

Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities.

Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.

Maintains an acceptable attendance record. Provides prompt notice of delays or absences.

Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.

Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards.

Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

Prepares and maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.

Refers administrative procedure and policy questions to an appropriate administrator.

Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity.

Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.

Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.

Keeps current with emergency management plan procedures.

Protects program property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies.

Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect.

Upholds high standards for proper conduct. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.

Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Helps implement workplace initiatives to advance organizational goals.

Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements and service center administrative procedures.

NwOESC offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation) or any other legally protected category.

Safety is essential to job performance. NwOESC is an alcohol and drug free work environment. Employees must comply with all NwOESC policies, workplace safety regulations and health laws.

This job description is not intended to establish a contract or alter the terms of board authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities.

Employee duties may change in response to funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/service revisions, regulatory requirements, technological innovations and unforeseen circumstances.

Contract: Substitute needed February through May 2027. Part or full time.

Location: School districts in the NwOESC Service area (Defiance and/or Williams Counties)

Deadline: Open Until Filled

Salary: Based on the adopted salary schedule and the candidate's experience.

Benefits: Paid sick and personal leave, with health, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees working 25 hours or more per week. Membership in the State Teachers' Retirement System is included.

Apply To: Submit an online application at under Employment Opportunities.