2026 - 2027 Occupational Therapist

Job description

School/Building: District

Salary/Wage: Commensurate with education/experience.

Terms/Schedule: Contract; 192-day calendar

Empower Students to Access, Participate, and Thrive!

Are you passionate about helping students build independence and succeed in school? Join our team as an Occupational Therapist (OT) and make a meaningful impact on students’ ability to learn, engage, and grow. In this role, you will work as part of a collaborative team to support students with diverse needs by developing functional skills that enhance participation in the classroom and school environment.

What You’ll Do

Support Student Access & Independence

• Conduct evaluations and develop individualized therapy plans

• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services

• Help students build skills in fine motor development, sensory regulation, and daily functioning

Collaborate & Lead

• Partner with teachers, paraprofessionals, and related service providers

• Provide strategies and training to support students in the classroom

• Participate in IEP teams and contribute to student success plans

Drive Student Growth Through Data

• Monitor and document student progress

• Adjust interventions to meet evolving student needs

• Use data to inform decision-making and improve outcomes

Innovate & Support Inclusive Learning

• Recommend and implement assistive technology and adaptive tools

• Support inclusive practices that allow all students to participate fully

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

• Current Wisconsin OT License (DSPS required)

• NBCOT certification

• Passion for working with children and supporting diverse learners

Preferred

• School-based experience

• Experience with assistive technology and sensory supports

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Why Join the School District of Beloit?

• Collaborative, student-centered environment

• Opportunity to impact students across multiple schools

• Supportive team of educators and specialists

• Professional growth and development opportunities

If you are ready to help students build independence, confidence, and success—we encourage you to apply!

ABOUT US: The School District of Beloit is committed to preparing students who are college and career ready, empowered with effective communication, critical thinking, and life skills, which enable them to be productive global citizens. We are located on the southern Wisconsin state line in Rock county approximately 50 miles from Madison, 70 miles from Milwaukee, and 90 miles from Chicago.

We invite you to explore the career opportunities at the School District of Beloit. We are a diverse and dynamic district serving over 4,000 students with six (6) elementary (4K-5) schools, two (2) middle schools (6 - 8), one (1) traditional high school (9-12) under the Ford NGL academy model, and one (1) alternative high school. 

Our schools are staffed by highly qualified, talented employees and receive support from instructional content specialists and student services staff. We have programs for every child: advanced learning, virtual/online classes, early childhood, all-day 4K, dual-language immersion, an advanced technical training center, and a state-recognized intervention model.

Our mission, values, and goals support the academic success of our students. Our dedicated and talented teachers, administration, and staff reinforce and encourage high academic expectations, quality instructional practices, viable curriculum, student engagement, and an emphasis on 21st Century Learning that highlights critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.

Beloit was forged in fire and heavy industrial manufacturing, but we survived the great recession with a renewed spirit. We celebrate a proud legacy of strength, beauty, and diversity. Located in southern Wisconsin and bordering northern Illinois, Beloit’s best assets include a beautiful riverfront; charming downtown full of shops, hotels and restaurants; the internationally renowned Beloit College; the Beloit International Film Festival; miles of hiking and bike trails; interesting museums; and, of course, the School District of Beloit. This town of 37,000 is also the headquarters for several national and international companies including Hendricks Commercial Properties, ABC Supply, Kerry Americas, Rakuten, and PlayMonster.

We invite you to be a part of our thriving community!