School Occupational Therapist (8800 Sped)

School Occupational Therapist

2026 - 2027 School Year

1.0 FTE

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 4/17/2026.

This is a Continuing Position.

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information.
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position Evergreen Education Association.

Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule such as, but not limited to TRI pay, In-Service days, and Extended Contracts, all in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) as negotiated. 

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints. Click here for Fingerprinting Services.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

STANCE STATEMENT:

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties listed below are not inclusive, but characteristic of the type and level of work assigned for this position. Individual employees may perform all or some combination of the duties listed below as well as other related duties.

• Provide direct, consultative and indirect service in schools, homes and community settings to support the educational and developmental motor needs of children with disabilities (birth to 21 years), their families, and their educational teams.
• Screen and evaluate children referred for occupational therapy including evaluation in visual- perceptual skills, visual motor, fine motor skills, self-care, sensory integration, normal growth and development and functional abilities in order to determine eligibility for services and implement an individualized Participate as a member of the Building Assessment Team in the assessment and evaluation of students.
• Design and implement an occupational therapy treatment program to achieve established goals and objectives.
• Establish, maintain, monitor and collect data for occupational therapy services and goals.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and conduct personnel performance evaluations.
• Provide consultation to staff and parents.
• Manage equipment, supplies and repairs necessary for functional operations of Occupational Therapy.
• Consult and communicate with other professionals and students' families regarding the needs of students.
• Work effectively and cooperatively with parents, teachers, administrators, support staff, and community.
• Understand and use a variety of assistive technologies and programs.
• Participate in personal ongoing professional development.
• Participate in State, Federal and District testing requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Washington ESA certification as a School Occupational Therapist.
• Successful completion of the Certification Examination for Occupational Therapist,
• Valid Washington State OTR License.
• Successfully complete Washington State Patrol background Employee is responsible for cost of background check.
• Must have regular, consistent attendance.
• Experience working in the field of special education within the public school setting preferred.
• Understanding of current State and Federal laws pertaining to the education of students with disabilities.
• Must be flexible, exhibit a commitment to accomplishment, possess outstanding communication and conceptual skills, demonstrate appropriate and positive student relationships, possess a strong professional orientation, and be willing to actively participate in a team environment.
• Experience working with at-risk student population preferred.
• Experience working with economically diverse or challenged populations preferred.
• Preferred training and/or experience in instructional and management strategies to include:
  1. Personalized Learning.
  2. Use of educational and assistive technology.
  3. Knowledge of classroom and individual student behavior management techniques.
  4. Experience and training in CPI nonviolent crisis intervention techniques or equivalent process.
  5. Experience using the IEP-Online system.
  6. Training and/or experience in instructional and/or management strategies in positive behavioral supports, Collaborative Problem Solving, TEACCH, ABA, visual systems/learning, assistive technology, social thinking, social emotional learning, curriculum adaptations, social skills instruction, Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS).
  7. Professional Learning Communities
  8. Work Shop Model.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

1. Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
2. Nurtures a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
3. Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff, informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
4. Models instructional leadership and demonstrates a strong commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
5. Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
6. The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.
7. Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with diverse instructional support services and administrative staff, including perceiving the needs and concerns of others; assisting others in resolving conflicts; motivating others; and designing programs to assist others in meeting organizational goals.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Salary : $64,511 - $118,655