Certified Occupational Therapist

Position Type :

Special Education Classified / Certified Occupational Therapist

Date Posted : 6 / 18 / 2025

Location :

TO BE DETERMINED Certified Occupational Therapist

Blue Springs School District

2025-2026 school year

Position Summary :

The job of Occupational Therapist is done for the purpose / s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for assessing functional physical development level of special education students; planning and implementing appropriate therapeutic activities to meet individual student needs; identifying architectural barriers; providing recommendations for accessibility, program development and student placement; educating staff and administration on accommodations needed to the educational curriculum; and providing direction to Occupational Therapy Assistants.

• This job reports to Director of Special Education and / or Building Principal
• This position is a Full Time, 7 hours per day, Benefits Eligible
• The salary range for this position is $43,500 - $93,500. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Essential Functions :

Other Functions :

Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications :

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Skills are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : applying assessment instruments; operating equipment used in occupational therapy strategies; operating standard office equipment including pertinent computer software; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and / or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and / or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : age appropriate activities; concepts of grammar and punctuation; health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; stages of child development; abnormal development and medical diagnoses related to special Education funding categories; current OT treatment interventions; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and / or laws.

Ability is required to schedule activities, meetings, and / or events; gather, collate, and / or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and / or groups; work with data of widely varied types and / or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information / data; maintaining effective working relationships; and translating therapy data into meaningful educational activities.

Responsibility :

Responsibilities include : working under limited supervision following standardized practices and / or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.

Work Environment :

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands : occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 15% sitting, 10% walking, and 75% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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 and additional duties may be assigned.

Experience : Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education : Master's degree in job-related area.

Equivalency : Any combination of education, training, and / or experience which demonstrates ability to perform the required duties. A typical qualifying background would include a MS Degree in Occupational Therapy from an approved and accredited Occupational Therapy program. Experience working with students with a variety of disabilities and in an educational setting is preferred.

Background Check :

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and / or certifications, with results acceptable to the Blue Springs School District. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Testing

None

Certificates and Licenses

Licensed to Practice in the State of Missouri

Continuing Education / Training

Maintains Certification and / or Licenses

Clearances

Criminal Background Check, Family Care Safety Registry

FLSA Status

Exempt

Salary Grade

3 / 18 / 25