Application Deadline3/2/2026Position Start Date9/1/2026
About Keshequa Central School:
Keshequa Central School provides a range of rigorous programs that help students achieve. The district believes in supporting students and providing opportunities that will enable all students to develop their talents and pursue individual interests. Our mission is to understand each student’s interests, needs, and ambitions in order to prepare all students for graduation with knowledge, character and the ability to lead successful lives.
The district is situated between the beautiful Letchworth and Stony Brook State parks. There are two campuses, the Dalton Campus has one elementary (grades Prek-4), and the Nunda Campus has one middle school (grades 5-8) and one high school (grades 9-12).
Position Overview
Keshequa Central School is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the 2026-2027 school year. The individual will work with various classifications of students in special education programs in individual and/or group sessions. The individual will provide treatment to enable activities of daily living and develop fine motor skills and sensory integration for students with various disabilities. The individual will participate with other school personnel in the development and implementation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP). The individual will assess students for initial placement of services, re-evaluate for triennial review, and quarterly monitor the progress of the students. The individual will write and maintain session notes and any other required documentation for the purpose of Medicaid billing. The individual will participate in team meetings and write monthly progress notes for the students. Pediatric and school experience are desired. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned.
Delivering evidence-based treatment and interventions to students district wide (K-12) in a variety of settings
Conducting evaluations, reevaluations and consultations including the use of a variety of tools including standardized measures;- Determining recommendations for services based on individual student needs as it pertains to the learning process and modifying as appropriate;
Developing a treatment plan based upon assessment findings, including measurable goals;
Acting as a consultant to provide strategies for classroom teachers;
Completing documentation of all evaluations, reevaluations, daily progress notes and discharge summaries per New York State, District, and
Medicaid regulations; and documentation of Progress Notes and consultations per District guidelines;
Collaborating with supervisors, colleagues, physicians, teams, parents, community members and/or other support staff as appropriate.
Maintaining daily schedule per district guidelines;
Work Year: 10 months with some summer days
Possession of a valid license and currently registered by the New York State Education Department as an Occupational Therapist
Experience in working with students with disabilities and understanding of child development
Thank you for your interest in the Keshequa School District. The district is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are kept current for one year.
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