Occupational Therapist - Long-term Substitute

divh2Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist/h2pIntermediate District 287 is looking for a long-term substitute for an occupational therapist with itinerant services./ppIntermediate District 287 serves students in grades K-12, as well as transition age students (18-22 years old), from our 12 member districts in the west metro area. Our district offers a wide range of services and specialized programs, primarily focused on setting IV special education, that is designed to meet the diverse needs of our students./ppWhy work with us?/ppAt Intermediate District 287, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for both students and staff. Heres what makes our district special:/pulliTrauma-informed approach: We prioritize understanding the impact of past trauma on student behaviors, creating a safe and supportive space to help each student thrive./liliComprehensive support services: Each school is equipped with a dedicated team, including school social workers, psychologists, counselors, behavior intervention specialists, and student safety coaches who are all working together to build meaningful relationships and support student success./liliSmall class sizes: We offer personalized attention in small classes, with an average of 6-8 students per class, ensuring every student receives the individualized care they deserve./liliCommitment to diversity: We value diverse perspectives and life experiences, and our strategic vision is focused on hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization./li/ulpPosition details:/pulliProvide occupational therapy services that include improving, developing, or restoring skills which will enable students to move toward independent functioning regarding physical, mental, emotional, and educational goals./liliSupport students in their least restrictive educational setting./liliSupport staff in evaluation, program planning, and environmental issues./li/ulpSalary and benefits:/pulliSalary is based on Local 2209 Salary Schedule A: $34.16 - $67.76 per hour (depending on experience and education)./liliThis is a long-term substitute position from March - June (end of school year)./liliMore details can be found on our webpage: Contracts/Benefits - Intermediate District 287./li/ulpRequirements:/pulliInterested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations./liliMasters degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university./liliLicensed by the Minnesota Department of Health as an occupational therapist./liliNational Board of Certified Occupational Therapist (NBCOT) designation./liliPrevious experience, fieldwork, or internship in pediatric or developmental occupational therapy, preferred./liliView the job classification./li/ulpInterview process:/pulliInterviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled./li/ul/div