Require Occupational Therapist - South County SELPA (ID 2081, 2156, 3996, 4025) in San Diego, CA
Posted 2025-03-14Job title: Occupational Therapist - South County SELPA (ID 2081, 2156, 3996, 4025)
Company: San Diego County Office of Education
Job description: Join our amazing team
The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great , and professional growth opportunities
The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for Occupational Therapists for the South County SELPA (Special Education Local Plan Area) of the Student Services and Programs Division. The Occupational Therapist participates as a member of a transdisciplinary team assessing students to determine current levels of motor development, areas of family concern, and the child's developmental areas of need. Incumbents in this classification will be assigned to work with preschool, K- 12 students, and young adults enrolled in a transition program through a SELPA. This position will be assigned to districts throughout South San Diego County. We operate in the southern region of San Diego County and member districts include the elementary and high school districts of Coronado, Chula Vista, National, San Ysidro, South Bay, Sweetwater and the San Diego County of Office programs.
This position is part-time and will offer the classified benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the CalPERS state retirement system.
Requirements / Qualifications
This position requires a combination of education, training and experience which includes an associate degree in occupational therapy, and previous work experience with young children; experience working in a variety of settings including clinic, school, and home; and experience working as a member of a transdisciplinary team. Additional experience working collaboratively with families, and in teaching, is desirable.
Certificates and Licenses:
- Valid National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Valid California Board of Occupational Therapy license
- Registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association
- Resume, detailing education and experience
- Letter of Introduction
- Copy of degree or transcripts in Occupational Therapy
- Copy of National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certification
- Copy of California Board of Occupational Therapy License
- Copy of registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association
Comments and Other Information
Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening.
Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.
The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal-opportunity employer.
Expected salary: $46.13 - 58.87 per hour
Location: San Diego, CA