Substitute

Occupational or Physical Therapist

JOB SUMMARY

In accordance with requirements of IDEA and WAC 392-172, the therapist works as part of a team to provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services, for identified students in areas of fine and gross motor skills. The therapist conducts screening and evaluation in order to identify eligible students and design effective treatment programs as part of the IEP team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services for identified students to achieve necessary goals within the educational setting.
• Provide services for both gross and fine motor skills.
• Maintain appropriate written records and reports for each student evaluated and/or served .
• Provide consulting services to family, school staff, and community agencies involved with the student regarding the therapy program and any adaptations needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development and provide appropriate feedback.
• Provide opportunities for students to self-reflect and track progress toward learning goals.
• Provide a safe, positive and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in physical or occupational therapy
• Must have a Washington State Physical or Occupational Therapist license and an ESA certificate in order to be able to work in a school district

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Knowledgeable of the essential requirements with IDEA and WAC 392-172.
• Able to build a positive learning environment including modeling respect and honoring the dignity of all students, staff and parents.
• Able to work cooperatively with parents, teachers, and administrators in providing direct and indirect services to disabled students.
• Able to develop rapport with students.
• Able to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress.
• Able to work collaboratively with a team, contributing in a positive way.
• Ability to express thoughts concisely and effectively.

DESIRED CRITERIA:

• Related experience or a minimum of pediatric affiliation with a strong interest in pediatrics is preferred.       

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands of the OT/PT are considered Medium Work which involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. While performing the duties of this position, employees frequently stand or walk for long periods of time.  The position requires occasional periods of kneeling, crouching or crawling, frequent use of hands for grasping, applying pressure and/or manipulating objects and requires the ability to routinely lift and/or move children within the classroom and sustain long hours of active work.

APPLICATION:

All applicants interested in this position, must apply for this posting through a link to our online applicant system found on the website at www.mead354.org.  Upload the required documents to your application.  Below is a list of required materials.  If you have questions regarding this process, you may contact Jan Verberne at the District Administration Building or email subservices@mead354..org.  

                                           REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

1.   Your Resume              

2.   Your Letter of Interest, which speaks specifically to your teaching abilities in the area you are applying     

3.   Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable)

4.   Copy of your Washington State ESA Certificate(s) and/or Professional License(s)

                   If your WA State teaching certificate is in the application process or your permit is pending, you can still be considered for positions

5.   A current Placement File (within the past 3 years) containing a minimum of 3 Letters of Recommendation

* In Lieu of a current Placement File you may submit 3-5 Letters of Recommendation (current within the last 3 years).

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Mead School District #354 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, genetic information or veteran status. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 officer, Section 504 coordinator, and/or Affirmative Action officer.  Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Services Office at (509) 465-6023.