Occupational Therapist - Special Education

Overview

Occupational Therapist - Special Education at Merced County Office of Education

Final date to receive applications:
Continuous

Date Posted: 12/15/2025

Location:

Traveling to different school sites throughout Merced County

Hours:

7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m.

Salary:
Pay Range $57.56 - $66.05 Per Hour

Length of Work Year: 8 hours per day; 200 days per year

Employment Type:

Full Time

Program:
Various Programs with Merced County Office of Education (GROW and TABS)

Contact:
Nina Mendoza,

Number of Openings: 2

The Merced County Office of Education assists Merced County’s 20 school districts through support and oversight of curriculum and instruction, alternative education, business services, early education, technology, migrant education, special education, and teacher credentialing. MCOE is led by the elected Merced County Superintendent of Schools and governed by the Merced County Board of Education. While serving as a focal point to facilitate local school/government/community partnerships, MCOE is responsible for the fiscal oversight of each school district in Merced County, hears appeals for student expulsion hearings and interdistrict transfers and operates Green Meadows Outdoor School.

Under the director's direction, the occupational therapist provides occupational therapy and rehabilitation services, including assessment, development of treatment goals and plans, and direct intervention to assist students between ages 3 and 22 in acquiring functional and independent life skills.

• Provide occupational therapy and rehabilitation services as part of special education programs.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment goals and plans, and deliver direct intervention to students ages 3–22.
• Assist students in acquiring functional and independent life skills.

• Complete online application
• Resume
• 3 current Letters of Recommendation (SIGNED & DATED within the last 18 months)
• Unofficial College Transcripts showing Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Occupational Therapist Certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board, Inc. & Occupational Therapist Licensed with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Experience providing occupational therapy services to children with moderate to severe disabilities, including pediatric and sensory-motor training

Upon hire, must present official transcripts, original certificate/license, H-6 DMV printout, CA driver license, and proof of insurance liability.

If unable to attach the required documents to the application, please email Andreina Mendoza at Amendoza or drop them off at 632 W 13th Street, Merced (Room C-2).

IMPORTANT! Prior to employment, candidate will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents establishing eligibility to be employed in the U.S. The California Education Code requires fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice before working in public schools. Qualified applicants from all races, religions, cultural and ethnic groups and the disabled are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with state and federal laws regarding employment, including Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations.

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