About this role
Position: Occupational Therapist
Type: Full-Time
Department: Special Education
Location: Early Steps Preschool
Affiliation: WEA Unit A
Reports to: Principal
Salary range: As determined by the WEA Unit A contract
This position is eligible for Town benefits.
Summary
Watertown Public Schools seeks an outstanding school Occupational Therapist who will provide services to students with fine motor, visual motor/visual perception, and sensory motor skills, which will allow them to access the WPS curriculum and to participate in both school and community life to the greatest extent possible.
Job Responsibilities
- Occupational Therapists are to comply with state regulations concerning renewal of certifications and licenses.
- Occupational Therapists are expected to develop, update, and adhere to both a daily and weekly schedule. Each school's principal should be provided with a copy of that schedule.
- Occupational Therapists are expected to comply with WPS rules, policies, and procedures as well as those of their assigned schools and Special Education and Student Services.
- Occupational Therapists are expected to maintain records of prior planning or lessons and to keep therapy notes for each child and therapy session and to maintain accurate records of student attendance.
Qualifications Required
- Education: Master's Degree
- Massachusetts License in Occupational Therapy
- Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment
Equal Opportunity Employer
Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.