Valid license from the Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensing Board
Experience working within the Special Education framework
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong organizational and communication skills
Commitment to supporting diverse student needs
Responsibilities
Provide direct occupational therapy services to students
Collaborate with special education staff to design individualized therapy plans
Conduct assessments to evaluate student needs and progress
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal setting
Maintain accurate documentation of services provided
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance premiums covered for eligible employees
Employer-paid retirement plan contributions (PERS)
Paid holidays, sick leave, and personal days
Support for professional development and training opportunities
Full Job Description
VACANCY NOTICE
Opens: April 8, 2026
Closes: Open until filled
General Information
Willamette Education Service District is accepting applications for multiple full-time (40 hours per week) Occupational Therapist positions. These positions require a license issued by the Oregon Occupational Therapy Licensing Board. Successful candidates will work as members of the Special Education Department and will follow a 190-day calendar. These positions will be based at the Willamette ESD Marion Center in Salem, OR and will begin August 21, 2026.
Duties, Responsibilities & Qualifications
Please review the job description for specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position.
Salary and Benefits
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) licensed position represented by Willamette Valley Education Association. Placement on the Willamette ESD licensed salary schedule, $67,993-98,397*, will be commensurate with applicant's qualifications, relevant training, experience, and prorated according to start date. Salary and benefits shown are based upon full-time employment (1.0 FTE) for the entire school year contract period. *Salaries shown are based upon 2023-2026 Licensed bargaining agreement, and are subject to change based upon the outcome of new collective bargaining agreement.
Willamette ESD supports payment for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for eligible employees. Employer-paid PERS, holidays, sick leave, and personal days are also provided to eligible employees. To view a summary of benefits, please click here.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online at https://willamette.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Applicants must submit a completed application with a resume and a letter of introduction. Applications missing these items are considered incomplete and will not be considered.
