About this role
Leave Replacement Occupational Therapist
2026 - 2027 School Year
Tentative Dates: 2/15/2027-5/14/2027
School Location to be Determined
DESCRIPTION
Leave Replacement Occupational Therapist
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide daily support for students in accordance with Board approved processes and curriculum.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan individual, consultative, and group programs of occupational therapy.
- Evaluate the extent of the client's disability and obtain needed information through case history and conferences.
- Plan, implement, and adjust a program for each client, incorporating suitable attitudes, relationships, and activities/exercises in order to achieve therapeutic goals.
- Maintain records and files of treatments given and submit periodic reports.
- Maintain proper inventory and supply of equipment and materials.
- Perform such other responsibilities consistent with this job description.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Appropriate New Jersey Certification: School Occupational Therapist.
- Proficient in the use of instructional technology
- Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
- Successful Criminal History Clearance
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bilingual/Multilingual
- Previous experience in a school setting
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Leave Replacement, tentatively from 2/15/2027-5/14/2027. Salary and benefits as determined by the Board of Education and any applicable and collective negotiations agreement.
COMPENSATION
In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position is Step 1 BA/BS + 45/ MA ($70,523) - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($99,380), prorated based on start date. Compensation will be commensurate with BOE/FTEA guidelines for leave replacement teachers.
BENEFITS
For full time staff include
- Medical, dental and prescription insurance
- Personal and sick days
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Paid holidays
The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of
Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job
description does not constitute a written employment contract.
ANNUAL EVALUATION
Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law
and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.
TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT
External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.
The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.