Extended School Year - Occupational Therapist
Reports To: ESY Coordinator
Danvers Public Schools is seeking an Extended School Year - Occupational Therapist for the ESY program. This is a non-benefited, part-time seasonal position for the 2025 summer. This is a Monday-through-Thursday program, running from July 7, 2025, to August 7, 2025
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team during the Extended School Year Program (ESY) for students with disabilities.
The OT will work with students to enhance their ability to perform daily activities and academic tasks, focusing on developing fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement individualized therapy interventions tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on areas such as fine motor skills, coordination, sensory integration, and self-care.
Provide direct one-on-one and small group therapy sessions to students with physical, developmental, or sensory challenges.
Collaborate with special education staff to integrate therapy goals into the students’ academic programs and classroom activities.
Support students in developing skills that will help them participate in daily school activities, such as writing, using classroom tools, self-regulation, and peer interactions.
Assist in modifying classroom environments, materials, and tasks to promote independence and facilitate learning for students with physical or sensory challenges.
Monitor Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students, ensuring therapy goals are specific, measurable, and aligned with academic objectives.
Track and document student progress through data collection, assessments, and progress reports.
Ensure compliance with all ethical standards and regulations related to occupational therapy services in schools.
Additional Information:
The Danvers Public School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or homelessness in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other school-administered programs and activities.
