Specialist, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy

DESCRIPTION:

Division of Special Education

SPECIALIST, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM

38G (School Support Administrator, 0515)

Under the general direction of the Director, Related Services and working under the Coordinator, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy (OT & PT) Program, Division of Special Education, the duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the coordinator with the formulation of practices and procedures regulating the occupational therapy and physical therapy program
• Provides strategies and techniques to program staff to facilitate compliance with provision on mandated services
• Provides support to Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams in issues related to OT or PT and follows up with school site and region administrators
• Monitors and provides training to OT/PT staff to ensure compliance with Welligent reports and other program procedures
• Facilitates staff development, builds capacity, and analyzes data for new innovative projects (i.e., S.E.L.F. and Transition-Independent Living)
• Provides support, supervision, and performance evaluation of subordinate personnel, including assistance and guidance
• Assists in formulating budget inventories, procurement, delivery, and use of equipment and supplies
• Monitors service tracking and other data using the Welligent Management System and supports staff in self-monitoring services delivery
• Manages data tracking for the program as part of compliance monitoring
• Assists, and may serve as a District representative, in due process matters concerning occupational therapy and physical therapy issues
• Performs other duties as assigned related to program needs

SALARY:

38G, (School Support Administrator, 0515) – B Basis ($110,981 – $138,149) – 221 paid days

NOTE: This position will close on June 30, 2026.

• In the case of an annualized employee who is changing basis during the year, this change may result in an annualized “settlement” (i.e., the process by which the District resolves an under or overpayment).
• For employees who change basis during the school year, this basis change may prevent them from earning a full year of service credit.
• Selected individual may be subject to displacement due to norm allocation and seniority-based RIF provisions or due to budget limitations.
• This position is deemed certificated under Education Code Section 44065, but may not qualify for "creditable service" under Education Code Section 22119.5 for CalSTRS benefits. However, if the candidate chosen for the position is already a CalSTRS member, he/she can fill out an election form to remain in CalSTRS and thereby obtain CalSTRS credit for this service.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least five (5) years of successful, full-time public-school service in a certificated special education position(s)
• A valid California Administrative Services Credential
• An earned master’s degree or advanced degree of at least equivalent standard conferred by a regionally-accredited college or university
• Completion of required Multicultural Education and Master Plan coursework*

*Applicants have one year to complete this requirement.

NOTE: All minimum requirements must be met on or before the filing deadline. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that appropriate documentation is on file with Human Resources. For additional information, please call (213)241-6886.

Employees who have been issued a below standard Performance Evaluation or Notice of Unsatisfactory Act(s) and/or Suspension shall be ineligible for application to any promotion process for one calendar year following the issuance of such a Notice.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• In-depth knowledge of state and federal mandates regarding students with disabilities, District special education policies, procedures, and programs
• Knowledge of computer technology for management of program materials, inventory, and scheduling
• Experience with small and large group presentations
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively use technology
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong collaborative team building skills
• Ability to travel to multiple sites throughout the District

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To be considered for this position, qualified applicants must submit the following application materials:

1.     Letter of intent that describes qualifications for this position and successful experience in the following areas:

• Utilizing knowledge of District, state, and federal mandates regarding students with disabilities to accomplish work outcomes
• Managing the performance of diverse work groups
• Utilizing knowledge of the Welligent system with regards to student data and administrative reporting and compliance,

2.     Current résumé (include employee number, if an LAUSD employee) that outlines qualifications for the position

3.     Upload, as a separate attachment, a list of three references that includes the current, immediate supervisor, and the next most recent supervisors with their contact information. References will be verified for all applicants who are finalists for the position.

Applicants are advised that meeting the stated minimum requirements does not ensure an invitation to an interview.

FOR INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT

Sandra Moreno Ramirez, Coordinator

Occupational Therapy & Physical Therapy Program

sjm9258@lausd.net

DEADLINE: JULY 3, 2025

The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotions

Non-Discrimination Policy