Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist

Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist

Harrington Elementary School – North Chelmsford, Massachusetts – Chelmsford Public Schools – Special Education Department

• Job : 5470721
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Dec 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Feb 23, 2026

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change or not fill this vacancy based on staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position:
Long‑Term Substitute Occupational Therapist

Location:

Harrington Elementary School
Assignment Dates: 02/23/2026 – 06/18/2026 (Dates are subject to change)

As a collaborative member of the Special Education team, the Occupational Therapist (OT) will provide direct service to students both in and out of the general education classroom and separate settings. The OT will consult with special education and general education teachers, administer evaluations/assessments, and help develop IEPs by writing goals, objectives, and accommodations. The specialist will maintain required documentation for Medicaid reimbursement and legal compliance, provide consultation to parents, teachers, and related staff, and participate in staff development activities.

The candidate will apply the latest research in neurophysiology related to neurodevelopmental and sensorimotor dysfunction to school‑age populations.

• Provide direct and consultative services using push‑in and pull‑out models.
• Develop and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and treatment plans addressing fine and visual motor and sensory integration needs.
• Support teachers in developing and implementing supports and providing fine and visual motor accommodations.
• Participate in IEP, 504, and student support team meetings.
• Work with multidisciplinary educational teams.
• Complete required paperwork and job functions timely and in compliance with special education regulations.
• Gather, collate, and classify data; generate reports and present findings at meetings.
• Utilize assistive technology.
• Attend district and school‑wide meetings, trainings, and professional development.
• Maintain compliance with existing laws and professional ethics.
• Other duties as requested by the Director of Student Services or School Principal.

• Registered Occupational Therapist in the state of Massachusetts.
• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Reports to: Director of Student Services

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories: Special Education >
Occupational Therapist

The Charles D. Harrington Elementary School is one of four elementary schools within the Chelmsford Public School District. Our school serves over 500 students in Kindergarten through grade four. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment where all students can achieve success. Our community prides itself on educating the whole child and ensuring student needs come first.

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

• Registered Occupational Therapist in Massachusetts.
• Experience with school‑based services.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Robert Asselin, Principal, Harrington Elementary
• 120 Richardson Road
• North Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01863
• Phone: 978 251 5166
• Email: asselinr.ma.us