About this role
Placentino Elementary School is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Substitute Occupational Therapist (0.7 FTE) to support our K-2 student community. In this temporary role, you will work closely with educators, families, and specialized staff to deliver tailored OT services that help students build essential developmental skills, navigate their daily school routines, and thrive academically and socially. Anticipated Duration: Immediate – December 23, 2026. Qualifications:
• Hold appropriate license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Health Professionals as an Occupational Therapist
• Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy preferred
• Experience in delivering occupational therapy services in the public school setting
Instructional hours: 7:40 am-2:15 pm If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) letters of reference. Public School employees of Massachusetts are required to submit their fingerprints to a National Criminal Database check. The check will require you to pay a fee of $55 if you hold an Educator's License, or $35 if you are an unlicensed employee. In addition to the national background check, a satisfactory Massachusetts Criminal Record Check (CORI) is required. If you are interested in joining us at Miller Elementary, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) letters of reference. Placentino Elementary: We are a preschool to grade 2 elementary school with a strong belief in the unlimited potential of every child. We are committed to the development of responsible, respectful, and compassionate students who strive to achieve their personal best, and develop a passion for life-long learning and growth. Placentino is unique in that it offers three programs of study beginning in kindergarten: Traditional, Montessori and French Immersion. We also offer 2 half-day preschool programs: Montessori and Integrated Preschool . At Placentino we CARE! Students are encouraged to follow the 4 character traits of Cooperation, Acceptance, Responsibility, and Effort. Our CARE program promotes a positive school climate and a trusting and respectful student-teacher relationship. The quality of Holliston's distinctive programs are reflected in the ongoing commitment of our teachers and staff towards continuous growth and development. Placentino is a proud and enthusiastic learning community!