Occupational Therapist

Westmark School is currently seeking candidates for the position of Occupational Therapist (OT). The ideal applicant will possess a strong knowledge of pediatric occupational therapy, a passion for supporting students with distinct learning styles, and the ability to develop and implement individualized and group interventions that promote student success.

The OT will assess and support students' fine motor, gross motor, visual motor, sensory processing, handwriting, and executive functioning skills.

Working collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents, and other student support professionals, the OT will provide direct services, develop Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) goals, recommend classroom accommodations, and integrate therapeutic strategies into the educational environment to support the Westmark School mission.

Salary Range: $90,000 to $110,000 depending upon experience

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and small-group occupational therapy services based on student needs and ILP goals.
• Assess fine motor, gross motor, visual motor, sensory processing, handwriting, and executive functioning skills using standardized and informal assessments.
• Develop individualized intervention plans, measurable goals, and progress reports.
• Implement handwriting, sensory integration, and motor skill interventions to support academic performance and independence.
• Develop and manage weekly therapy schedules and provide tiered support based on student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and student support professionals to integrate therapeutic strategies into the classroom.
• Recommend classroom accommodations, adaptive equipment, and sensory tools to support student learning.
• Participate in ILP meetings, parent conferences, and student support discussions.
• Provide guidance and resources to teachers and parents regarding occupational therapy strategies.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records and progress documentation.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and assigned student supervision duties.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program required.
• Current California Occupational Therapist license and NBCOT certification required.
• Minimum 2–4 years of pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred, ideally in a school setting.
• Experience supporting students with dyslexia, ADHD, sensory-processing differences, executive functioning challenges, or other learning disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of pediatric OT assessments, evidence-based interventions, and multisensory learning strategies.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and clinical judgment skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload, work independently, and adapt interventions to individual student needs.
• Demonstrated empathy, flexibility, and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Current CPR and first aid certification, or willingness to obtain.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the job. The position requires regular sitting, working on a computer, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, talking, heariing, and participation in therapeutic activities.

The employee must occasionally reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume to:

[email protected]

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

All applicants will be considered for positions without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, medical condition, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual expression, sexual identity or any other legally-protected status based on applicable law.