Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist

6 days ago

Garfield Heights, OH, United States Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio Full time
Position Type:
Student Support Services/School Based Occupational Therapist

Date Posted:
9/11/2025

Location:
Cuyahoga Heights Local Schools

Date Available:
January 2026

Closing Date:
April 2026

District:
ESC
Job Posting: Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist

Location: Cuyahoga Heights Local Schools, Ohio
Position Type: Long-Term Substitute (January - April 2026)
Position Overview

Cuyahoga Heights Local Schools is seeking a dedicated and skilled Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our student services team from January through April 2026. This individual will provide school-based occupational therapy services to students with identified needs and will oversee and collaborate with an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA).
Responsibilities
  • Deliver school-based occupational therapy services in alignment with IEPs and district policies.
  • Evaluate students' functional abilities and develop intervention strategies to support access to curriculum and school participation.
  • Collaborate with teachers, intervention specialists, related service providers, and families.
  • Supervise, direct, and support the daily work of an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA).
  • Maintain accurate records, documentation, and progress monitoring in compliance with IDEA and district guidelines.
  • Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions as needed.
  • Provide consultative support to staff to promote student independence and skill development.
Qualifications
  • Current Ohio Occupational Therapist License and a Pupil Service License and/or temporary pupil service license from ODEW required.
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
  • Prior experience in school-based occupational therapy preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP process, and school-based service delivery models.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and oversee an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA).
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Compensation & Schedule
  • Competitive daily rate commensurate with experience.
  • Full-time schedule aligned with the district's academic calendar (January - April 2026).

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience to George Burich, Assistant Superintendent, gburich@cuyhts.org

Application Deadline: Until Filled

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