SUBSTITUTE OT, PT OR SLP 2025-2026

CERTIFICATED VACANCY

SUBSTITUTE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, PHYSICAL THERAPIST, OR SPEECH LANGUAGE THERAPIST

JOB SUMMARY:

In accordance with requirements of IDEA and WAC 392-172A, the therapist works as part of a team to provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services, for identified students in areas of fine and gross motor skills. The therapist conducts screening and evaluation in order to identify eligible students and design effective treatment programs as part of the IEP team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information, while maintaining the safety and welfare for all students and staff members
• Provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services for identified students to achieve necessary goals within the educational setting
• Provide services for both gross and fine motor skills
• Maintain appropriate written records and reports for each student evaluated and/or served, and evaluate the effectiveness of the students’ program, modifying and adapting as needed
• Provide consulting services to family, school staff, and community agencies involved with the student regarding the therapy program and any adaptations needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom
• Maintain professional competence through in-service and professional growth activities and provide in-service education for staff and support personnel
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Provide opportunities for students to self-reflect and track progress toward learning goals
• Provide a safe, positive and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning
• Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress in a timely and professional manner
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in occupational, physical or speech-language therapy 
• OT/Pt must have a Washington State Occupational or Physical Therapist license and an ESA certificate before you can begin work.
• SLP must be ESA Certified as a Speech Language Pathologist or working under a permit.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Knowledgeable of the essential requirements with IDEA and WAC 392-172A
• Able to build a positive learning environment including modeling respect and honoring the dignity of all students, staff and parents
• Able to work cooperatively with parents, teachers, and administrators in providing direct and indirect services to disabled students
• Able to develop rapport with students
• Able to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress
• Able to work collaboratively with a team, contributing in a positive way
• Exhibit a commitment to on-going professional learning including demonstrating the ability to develop professionally in areas of the school and district focus
• Ability to express thoughts concisely and effectively

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

As outlined by the Policies and Procedures of Mead School District.. Mead policies and Procedures can be accessed online at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/board-of-directors/board-policies.

The Salary Range for a Substitute Teacher is Min $82.50 per half day – Max $165.00 per day. Substitutes will accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.  Substitutes who work 630 hours will become benefit eligible for the remainder of the school year.  Standard benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. Benefits are provided through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) at https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees

APPLICATION:

All applicants interested in this position, must apply for this posting through a link to our online applicant system found on the website at www.mead354.org.  Upload the required documents to your application.  Below is a list of required materials.  If you have questions regarding this process, you may contact sonia O'Connor at the District Administration Building or email sonia.oconnor@mead354.org.  The application, along with all required documents must be complete.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

                                               REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

1. Your Resume
2. Your Letter of Interest, which speaks specifically to your teaching abilities in the area you are applying   
3. Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable).
4. Copy of your Washington State ESA Certificate and Professional License(s) 
5. A current Placement File (within the past 3 years) containing a minimum of 3 dated Letters of Recommendation                     

* In Lieu of a current Placement File you may submit 3-5 Letters of Recommendation (current and dated within the last 3 years).

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Mead School District #354 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified
applicants on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of
a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal
access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be
directed to the District’s Title IX/Civil Rights Officer, Josh Westermann, Section 504 Coordinator, Heather Havens
and/or Affirmative Action officer, Keri Hutchins, at (509)465-6000 or via mail to 2323 E. Farwell Rd., Mead, WA,
99021. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources
Office at (509) 465-6010