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Darien Public Schools

Occupational Therapist

Darien Public Schools, Darien, Connecticut, us, 06820

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Position Type: Student Support Services

Date Posted: 8/31/2025

Location: Early Learning Program

Date Available: ASAP

Closing Date: Until Filled VACANCY: Occupational Therapist

LOCATION: Early Learning Program - Ox Ridge School

EFFECTIVE: Immediately

WORK YEAR: 187 Days

REPORTS TO: Director of the Early Learning Program

QUALIFICATIONS: ? Current certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy required ? CT Department of Public Health License required ? Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, and methods of occupational therapy ? Knowledge of appropriate evaluating tools ? Knowledge of the equipment and assistive technology used in therapy ? Ability to develop and implement individualized programs ? Ability to maintain complete and accurate records ? Ability to lift, transfer and position students and equipment as necessary to provide occupational therapy ? Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

PEFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: ? Provide school-based occupational therapy services for students, including assessment and treatment ? Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, administrators and related service providers in implementing strategies and accommodations in the regular education classroom ? Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary and benefits

APPLICATION PROCESS: Internal candidates (current employees of the Darien Public Schools) must submit an internal application via Applitrack, including a current resume and cover letter addressed to Marjorie Cion, Director of Human Resources.

Apply at www.darienps.org, Departments, Human Resources, Employment Opportunities. External candidates must submit an electronic application via Applitrack: www.darienps.org, Departments, Employment Opportunities. Supporting documentation, such as Department of Health License, National Board certification, cover letter, resume, and letters of recommendation, must be uploaded to the electronic application. Paper and emailed application materials will not be accepted.