Substitute Ot, Pt Or Slp 2023-2024

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:

• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Provide services for both gross and fine motor skills
• Provide opportunities for students to self-reflect and track progress toward learning goals
• Provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services for identified students to achieve necessary goals within the educational setting
• Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information, while maintaining the safety and welfare for all students and staff members
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor
• 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 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 a safe, positive and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning
• Maintain professional competence through in-service and professional growth activities and provide in-service education for staff and support personnel
• Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress in a timely and professional manner

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in occupational, physical or speech-language therapy
• Must have a Washington State Occupational or Physical Therapist license and an ESA certificate before you can begin work

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• 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
• Able to develop rapport with students
• Able to work collaboratively with a team, contributing in a positive way
• Able to work cooperatively with parents, teachers, and administrators in providing direct and indirect services to disabled students
• Knowledgeable of the essential requirements with IDEA and WAC 392-172A
• Able to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress
• Able to build a positive learning environment including modeling respect and honoring the dignity of all students, staff and parents

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 $77.50 per half day – Max $155.00 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 [email protected]. The application, along with all required documents must be complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION

• 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 race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, genetic information or veteran status. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 officer, Section 504 coordinator, and/or Affirmative Action officer. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Services Office at (509) 465-6010.