Occupational Therapist

About MCSCS

Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) is a public school serving grades Kindergarten through 8th grades and open to all students who reside in the City of Perth Amboy. The school is free to all students and families and is a replication of the Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, a recipient of the 2016 Blue-Ribbon Award and other prestigious awards. 

The mission of the Middlesex County STEM Charter School is to provide rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math curricula in a diverse and nurturing environment to spark students’ interest at an early age in STEM careers. Our mission is delivered through a meticulously engineered educational ecosystem, where we intentionally nurture our students' intellectual, social, and emotional growth, as set forth in our comprehensive vision statement. 

Hiring for School Year 2025-2026

Occupational Therapist 

Responsibilities Include: 

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess students' needs and abilities.

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives to support students' educational progress.

• Recommend adaptive or assistive devices for students who require alternate means to accomplish educationally related tasks.

• Consult regarding adaptive positioning and seating materials.

• Observe pupils in classrooms and other school settings.

• Provide strategies to facilitate students participation in an activity.

• Reduce barriers that limit student participation within the school environment.

• Assist in the development and delivery of in-service programs and parent seminars.

• Assume primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment and supplies.

• Maintain professional competence through continuing education and other professional growth activities.

• Observe pupils in classrooms and other school settings.

• Serve as a consultant to parents, school personnel and community groups.

• Perform all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state and federal laws and board policy.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Education Officer or Director of Special Education.

Essential Duties:

• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;

• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;

• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;

• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;

• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law, administrative code and provisions of the board’s policy on the evaluation of certified staff

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies;

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge in the field of occupational therapy. 

• Ability to effectively apply the principles of assessment, treatment and prevention/correction of motor disorders and needs

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;

• Excellent organizational skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;

• Valid NJ School Occupational Therapist Certificate

• NJ Criminal History;

• Work authorization in the U.S.;

• Tuberculosis Test;

• Experience is a plus.

Opportunities at MCSCS:

• NJ pension plan

• Tuition reimbursement assistance;

• Paid professional development opportunities;

• Paid time off;

• Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more

8 hour shift - Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract

Salary Starting: $70,000.00 per year