About this role
Brunswick's Special Education Department is excited to advertise for the position of a .5 occupational therapist. We are seeking a dynamic, organized, creative individual to join our current team of OTs to provide occupational therapy services to special education students in grades PreK-12, as appropriate. For the 26/27 school year Brunswick is looking forward to assuming responsibility for students with a disability that are school age four. A successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a high degree of self-motivation, an independent work ethic, an ability to build positive relationships with families, and a willingness to collaborate with special educators, regular educators, service providers, and administrators as appropriate. Applications will be reviewed through 7/28/26. If the position is not filled, it will be reposted and will remain open until a qualified applicant is found. Successful candidates will be able to:
• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services to students in accordance with their individual educational plans;
• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations for the purpose of determining eligibility for occupational therapy services;
• Participate in any Department screening processes as appropriate;
• Collaborate with special and regular educators in the development, implementation, and coordination of services;
• Provide professional development in area of expertise to Department employees as requested by the Director of Special Education;
• Complete special education documentation in accordance with Department expectations, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
• Maine State Occupational Therapist License
• Valid Maine Criminal History Records Check
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The Brunswick School Department does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.