McLean School (mcleanschool.org), a K-12 co-educational independent school in Potomac, Maryland seeks applicants for a Certified Occupational Therapist for students in kindergarten to grade 4. This is a full-time, 10-month position, beginning August 2023.

The School

Transforming the lives of students and families, McLean School is Washington, DC’s most comprehensive and academically rigorous full-scope college preparatory school program for bright, college-bound students, with integrated support for those in the student body with dyslexia, anxiety, ADHD and executive functioning challenges. For almost 70 years, the School has helped students realize their full potential with a curriculum that is traditional without being rigid, challenging without being intimidating, and designed with the real world in mind.

Many schools talk about the warmth of their community, the collegiality, and the deep sense of caring and trust among and between students, faculty, staff, administration, and parents. At McLean, born from the mission of serving learners that span the range of racial, socio-economic, cultural, and learning strengths and challenges, that deep sense of caring for one another provides a bedrock foundation. 

Many schools talk about their expanding ability to serve students who have learning challenges, but McLean has been built for that mission. McLean recognizes that all children are natural learners, but that they learn in different ways. The School’s Abilities Model® is a more complete way to understand how student minds work. This approach recognizes each child for their strengths, allowing them to excel, while providing support in areas of need and fostering resilience. This combination transforms how students view themselves and their futures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and use of occupational therapy theories, models of practice, principles, and evidence-based practice to guide intervention decisions.
• Ability to maintain current reporting, documentation, scheduling, and billing in accordance with professional standards, state and local guidelines.
• Ability to provide evidence-based occupational therapy intervention to improve students’ performance skills and participation.
• Ability to adapt and modify environments, equipment, and materials including assistive technology.
• Skills in effective oral and written communication.

Education and Experience

• Have successfully completed and graduated from an accredited occupational therapy professional program recognized by NBCOT and have completed all fieldwork requirements.
• At least a year of experience as an occupational therapist, preferably in school system or other pediatric practice setting.

Position Requirements

• Certification by National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy
• Current license by the Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy

McLean School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, genetic status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Support Manager, Robin Speller.

Interested applicants should fill out an online Application, and upload their Cover Letter and Résumé.