Bethel School District is seeking appropriately licensed candidates for a 1.0 FTE Occupational Therapist position.

Position Summary

Assessing students’ functional physical development level; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives; identifying architectural barriers; providing recommendations for accessibility; program development and student placement; and providing direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Occupational Therapist duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assesses students’ fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor, hand function, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, oral motor/feeding) for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for occupational therapy treatment, appropriate assistive devices and/or curriculum access.
• Collaborates and consults with staff, parents, physicians, and other professionals for the purpose of communication information, developing plans for service, resolving issues and coordinating occupational therapy services with those of other disciplines.
• Develops treatment plans, interventions, and/or educational materials from the IEP for the purpose of remediating students’ motor skill deficits.
• Provides direct occupational therapy services for the purpose of developing students’ daily living skills in compliance with established goals and objectives.
• Directs the work of assigned COTA’s and Educational Assistants for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring that program objectives are achieved.
• Identifies structural issues for the purpose of removing barriers for students with physical limitations and/or identifying appropriate technology and assistive equipment.
• Consults with students, parents and staff for the purpose of providing information on medical/behavioral attributes, use of assistive devices and/or implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
• Interprets medical and academic reports for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. activity logs, correspondence, treatment plans, evaluations, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

Salary Range: $46,048 to $ 92,927 (depending on experience, and education)

Contract Days: 192

Generous Benefits Package including: Full family, medical, dental, and vision with PacificSource Insurance and a Comprehensive Employee Wellness Program

About Bethel

With about 5,500 students in 11 schools, Bethel School District is committed to excellence in every aspect of its operation. Bethel School District is located in northwest Eugene in Oregon’s picturesque Willamette Valley. Approximately two hours south of Portland, Eugene is home to the University of Oregon and enjoys a mild climate, wonderful recreation opportunities, and a friendly atmosphere.

The Bethel community is centered around its schools and has demonstrated a high degree of trust in the school district. A $99.3 million bond measure was approved in November 2020 with a 66% Yes vote. It is the largest bond in District History. Bethel School District employees are proud of being part of what is affectionately known as the Bethel Family.

Bethel believes in supporting the whole student and offers

• Counseling, Music, and PE Specialists in every school
• Free meals for all students, K - 12
• Middle School Robotics, Culinary and Digital Design programs
• Robust Career and Technical Education and college courses preparation courses at Willamette High School
• Farm-to-school experiences for students through the Bethel Farm
• Trauma-informed and Restorative Practices implemented K -12
• Sources of Strength supported throughout the District

Our Mission

To create relevant, responsive, and joyful learning communities where all students thrive.

We Believe

• We believe that every Bethel student can find joy, connection, and purpose at school when given the opportunity to learn, grow, and engage.

• We believe each student arrives in our schools with a unique and diverse range of strengths, skills, and perspectives that we must honor and uplift.

• We believe that we are accountable for implementing equitable systems that are relevant, responsive, and adaptable to the needs of our students.

• We believe our schools will be places where students, families, and staff are welcomed and valued as members of our Bethel team.

Applying:

 A cover letter is required with your application. Your cover letter should address the following.

Successful candidates will: 

• Firmly believe that all students will learn and improve - create a growth-mindset culture in the classroom
• Maintain unconditional positive regard for all students, staff, families and colleagues
• Recognize students’ different needs, abilities, and interests and be flexible to adjust instruction to meet those needs, abilities, and interests
• Fully support and implement Social Emotional Learning, encouraging students to build self-awareness, self-management and relationship skills
• Possess strong academic training and content knowledge to prepare students to be on track to meet academic goals
• Demonstrate good instructional practices that are engaging, organized and effective
• Use data to inform instructional decisions
• Connect well with students, families and the school community – be open to learning about others, especially those who may be different from you
• Exhibit strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Incorporate feedback and professional learning into teaching practices
• Maintain collaborative and collegial relationships with building and district staff (be a team player)
• Participate eagerly in opportunities to learn, show a strong willingness to grow and maintain an interest in improving
• Understand and attend to the impacts of implicit bias in teaching and education

Selection Factors

• Knowledge of educational programs offered in all schools and of basic educational techniques, as required by the position.
• Knowledge of the basic developmental stages of a child's learning process.
• Ability to schedule the workload, manage time and meet the needs of students, the school or a program.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work with small groups and individual students.
• Ability to prepare materials for lesson plans and adapt, as needed, to meet the needs of students.
• Ability to interact positively with children and adults, and observe individual student abilities.
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, administrators, parents and co-workers.
• Ability to safely and proficiently operate standard office and audio-visual equipment, as required by the position.
• Ability to maintain an appropriate and legal level of confidentiality regarding students, staff, and other individuals.
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable and prompt attendance.

 Minimum qualifications: 

• Current license by the Oregon occupational therapy licensing board;
• Preferably two years of experience as an occupational therapist.
• Ability to implement Culturally Proficient skills and strategies 
• Successfully pass fingerprinting, criminal, and Oregon Department of Education background checks

Bilingual candidates and candidates experienced in working with bilingual students and families will receive preferential consideration.

For information regarding this position please contact Logan Grasseth, Director of Student Services, at mailto:logan.grasseth@bethel.k12.or.us

If you are an in-district employee and wish to be considered for this position, please indicate your interest in writing to Remie Calalang, Assistant Superintendent, by 4:00 p.m. on March 28, 2024. 

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

Bethel School District 52 complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws, such as the Fair Employment Practices Act, Title IX regulations, and Section 504 of PL93.112 in employment and educational programs and activities.

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4640 Barger Drive, Eugene, OR 97402  l   Phone: (541) 689-3280  l   Fax: (541) 689-0719  l   www.bethel.k12.or.us