What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR) position at Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org)?
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Summary
Evaluates and develops an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) to meet the specific needs of students who qualify for occupational therapy services.
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Minimum Requirements
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Exceptional Education Department - District Wide - Sites May Vary
FTE: 1.0 – 7.5 hours per day - 3 positions available
Work Calendar: 9.5 month
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
Summary
Evaluates and develops an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) to meet the specific needs of students who qualify for occupational therapy services.
See full job description here!
Minimum Requirements
- Arizona Occupational Therapy License
- Verbal & Written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instruction
- Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS-Provider ID Number
- Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
- Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
- MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Exceptional Education Department - District Wide - Sites May Vary
FTE: 1.0 – 7.5 hours per day - 3 positions available
Work Calendar: 9.5 month
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.