Posted 13 days ago
Occupational Therapist - 0.2 FTE Temporary
@ School District #42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows)
Maple Ridge, British Columbia
Overview
School District #42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows) is hiring a temporary 0.2 FTE Occupational Therapist for its Learning Services Team, effective September 1, 2026, until June 30, 2027 at the latest. The role supports students with physical, sensory, cognitive and complex neurobehavioural needs through assessments, program planning, equipment selection and collaboration with school staff and community agencies. A Master's in Occupational Therapy and a current College of Occupational Therapists of BC licence are required.
Responsibilities:
- Assess students and plan programs supporting school participation
- Support students with physical, sensory, cognitive and neurobehavioural needs
- Select and adapt specialized equipment
- Train and support school staff
- Coordinate with medical professionals and community agencies
Requirements summary:
- Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Registration or eligibility with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC
- Current licence with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | School, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | College of Occupational Therapists of BC registration |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Occupational Therapy |
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School District #42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 9 |
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
(0.2 FTE TEMPORARY )
School District No. 42 (SD42) meets the learning needs of approximately 17,000 students of all ages in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows and is defined by its determination to keep student learning and growth at the heart of all its decisions. With an annual budget of over $200M and over 2,000 staff, the school district provides K-12 educational services in 22 elementary schools, six secondary schools, and two alternate schools. It also provides a variety of certificate programs and relevant quality life-long learning opportunities through Ridge Meadows College and Continuing Education.
SD42 is looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our Learning Services Team, for a 0.2 FTE Temporary position, effective September 1, 2026, until the return of the incumbent, but not beyond June 30, 2027.
Responsibilities:
- Promote, maintain, and develop students’ skills for effective participation in the school environment.
- Provide services to students with physical, sensory, cognitive, and complex neurobehavioural needs.
- Conduct assessments, consultations, and program planning to support student development.
- Support diagnosis, treatment, and selection/adaptation of specialized equipment.
- Review reports, interview parents/guardians, and observe student needs.
- Collaborate with educational staff and medical professionals.
- Deliver in-service training and support for school staff.
- Coordinate services with community agencies and external service providers.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
- A Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Registration or eligibility for registration and possession of a current license with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC.
In your application, please include your:
- Resume and Cover Letter, quoting posting #T2627-169.
- All Supporting Documentation.
This position could be combined with the 0.8 FTE Temporary posting.
The district appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For more information about our School District, please visit
Our staff members are the foundation of our system. When you join our school district, you become part of a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them achieve success.
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