Buckeye Elementary School District is hiring a school-based Occupational Therapist on a 10-month contract, with no evenings, weekends, or productivity quotas, plus Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) pension participation and full district benefits. You will evaluate and treat students ages 3 to 22 who are limited by physical, developmental, or learning disabilities, helping them reach optimum functional performance across district campuses.

Your Role Will Include:

Conducting evaluations and clinical observations to identify students with educational disabilities.
Writing evaluation reports and maintaining timely documentation, including therapy notes, IEP paperwork, and Medicaid billing.
Developing and implementing intervention plans using a continuum of service delivery approaches in the least restrictive environment.
Collaborating with teachers, parents, and IEP teams to build and carry out effective educational plans.
Recommending adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
Directing one Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), extending your service delivery so you can focus on evaluation, planning, and the students who need your direct expertise most.
Supporting student transitions from early intervention through preschool, school-age, and school-to-work.

Qualifications:

Accredited degree in Occupational Therapy.
Valid AOTCB certification and Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners licensure (OT).
Valid Arizona driver's license.
Developmental, pediatric, or school-based experience preferred, not required. The district welcomes clinic-based and new grads transitioning into school based work.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with district personnel and other team members.

Salary and Benefits:

$71,563 per year on a 10-month contract.
ASRS pension participation and full district benefits (medical/dental/vision, paid school breaks).

Location & Shift Times:

Various Buckeye Elementary School District campuses | Buckeye, AZ | Full-Time | Start Date: July 29, 2026

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