Occupational Therapist

Buckeye Elementary School District is hiring a school-based Occupational Therapist on a 10-month contract, with no evenings, weekends, or productivity quotas, plus Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) pension participation and full district benefits. You will evaluate and treat students ages 3 to 22 who are limited by physical, developmental, or learning disabilities, helping them reach optimum functional performance across district campuses.

Your Role Will Include:

• Conducting evaluations and clinical observations to identify students with educational disabilities.
• Writing evaluation reports and maintaining timely documentation, including therapy notes, IEP paperwork, and Medicaid billing.
• Developing and implementing intervention plans using a continuum of service delivery approaches in the least restrictive environment.
• Collaborating with teachers, parents, and IEP teams to build and carry out effective educational plans.
• Recommending adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
• Directing one Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), extending your service delivery so you can focus on evaluation, planning, and the students who need your direct expertise most.
• Supporting student transitions from early intervention through preschool, school-age, and school-to-work.

Qualifications:

• Accredited degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid AOTCB certification and Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners licensure (OT).
• Valid Arizona driver's license.
• Developmental, pediatric, or school-based experience preferred, not required. The district welcomes clinic-based and new grads transitioning into school based work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with district personnel and other team members.

Salary and Benefits:

• $71,563 per year on a 10-month contract
• ASRS pension participation and full district benefits (medical/dental/vision, paid school breaks).

Location & Shift Times:

• Various Buckeye Elementary School District campuses | Buckeye, AZ | Full-Time | Start Date: July 29, 2026

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