Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

The Occupational Therapist will provide specialized services to students, ensuring their participation and performance within the educational environment. This role includes conducting evaluations, developing intervention plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student needs. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents.

Qualifications - Education

• Bachelor’s degree and certification as a registered occupational therapist.

Qualifications - Experience

• Preferred experience working with severely physically disabled students.

Qualifications - Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to physically care for severely disabled students.
• Effective collaboration with other disciplines for student program planning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in synthesizing evaluation results into comprehensive reports.
• Understanding and knowledge of the IET and evaluation processes.

Sample Job Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to assigned students.
• Maintain attendance and evaluation records.
• Communicate with parents/caregivers about student progress.
• Develop and implement individualized educational programs in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Establish and maintain a structured therapy classroom for student safety.
• Attend IEP, staff, and in-service meetings.
• Adapt and modify environments using assistive technology and sensory diets.
• Complete Medicaid billing activities.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces.
• Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families.
• May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties.
• Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
• Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication.
• Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions .

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District,  additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).