Occupational Therapist

Intermediate District 287 is looking for qualified Occupational Therapists with our Itinerant Programs for Fall 2024!

Intermediate District 287 is a west metro district for learners with unique needs. As an intermediate district, we provide specialized services, primarily setting IV special education, to students from 12 member districts in the west metro. 

What Makes Us Special:

• We are a trauma-informed district. We take into account past trauma and the resulting coping mechanisms when attempting to understand behaviors and best serve our students.
• There is a variety of support services in each school including School Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavior Intervention Specialists and Student Safety Coaches. All of whom are student-centered and focused on building relationships with each child.
• Small class sizes – typically 6-8 students per class
• We value diverse perspectives and life experiences and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.  
• To better understand our student population and work environment check out this video.

Position Details:

• Provide 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
• Support students in their least restrictive educational setting
• Support staff in evaluation, program planning and environmental issues

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary is based on the Local 2209 Salary Schedule A
• Generous Benefits:  Medical (including infertility benefits), dental, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid leave, pension, optional 403b, and an incredible employee assistance program (includes 6 free counseling sessions) 

Requirements:

• Interested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations
• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university
• Licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health as an occupational therapist 
• National Board of Certified Occupational Therapist (NBCOT) designation
• Previous experience, fieldwork, or internship in Pediatrict or Developmental Occupational Therapy, preferred
• View the Job Classification

Commitment to Equity: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Website: https://www.district287.org/workingat287

Email: hr@district287.org

Twitter: #287edchat