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Board reviews draft job description for substitute ESE therapy provider as cost‑saving option
Summary
Staff proposed a substitute ESE therapy provider job description to bring certain therapy services in‑house, aiming to reduce costly contracted therapy rates (presenters cited $55–$100 per hour for contracted services). The board supported posting the position tentatively pending final approval at a board meeting.
District staff presented a draft job description for an in‑house substitute Exceptional Student Education (ESE) therapy provider to supplement or replace contracted therapy services.
Presenters said contracted therapy rates can run roughly $55–$100 per hour and that an in‑house substitute provider — potentially retired licensed therapists familiar with the district — could provide continuity and cost savings. The board supported approving a tentative posting so recruiting can begin while final job description and salary are returned for formal board approval.
Next steps: staff will include the position on the agenda for final approval and may post the job tentatively to begin building a candidate pool.
