• Recreation Therapist Application Process

     

  • The Los Angeles Unified School District, RT program consists of a growing staff of over 21 therapists. The staff members come to LAUSD with dynamic professional backgrounds and have vast experience in the clinical, community and educational settings. Many therapists are actively involved in the advancement of the field through participation in state and national professional organizations.  Several of our therapists frequently present at conferences, mentor school based therapists from other states and districts, and collaborate with universities locally and across the nation to develop train our future recreation therapists. Additionally, district Recreation Therapists participate in ongoing continuing education training in a variety of areas to ensure their ability to implement the latest research, evidenced based best practice methodology into their service to schools and students.

    Recreation Therapists are highly skilled and certificated professionals whose educational course of study include: human anatomy, physiology, abnormal psychology, human growth and development across the lifespan, characteristics of illnesses and disabilities, theory and analysis of play, group dynamics and professional ethics.

Job Title: Recreational Therapist

Continuous (applications considered year-round)

We are champions of Early Childhood Education (ECE), serving over 30,000 early childhood students and their families within LAUSD. Positioned at the forefront of innovation in public preschools, our dedicated efforts revolve around constructing enriching learning environments that cater specifically to the needs of our youngest learners. Join us in this important mission, where you can unfold your potential in the field of early childhood education. Whether you are a seasoned early childhood educator or a passionate newcomer, exciting opportunities await you at LAUSD Early Childhood Education. Join our dedicated team and play a pivotal role in shaping the futures of our youngest learners. Explore and apply today to become a valued member of our innovative and compassionate educational community.


  • Please visit Benefits Administration to learn more about benefits for employees.

  • Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

  • Retirement: Membership in the California State Teachers Reitrement System (CalSTRS)


  • An earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university:
    • with concentration in Recreation Therapy; OR
    • with completion of recreational therapy specific coursework plus paid work experience that uses therapeutic recreation process

  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification; OR

  • Recreation Therapist Certified (RTC) is issued by California Board of Recreation Therapy Certification (CBRTC)

  • A valid California driver license and use of automobile in order to travel to sites and locations throughout LAUSD.

  • Physical and mental fitness to engage in teaching service.

Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis based upon District need and selection criteria

  1. Click here to complete an online employment application

  2. Please email the APE & RT Program Coordinator to notify that your on-line application has been completed. Please attach a current resume, letter of interest, and letters of recommendations (2-3) to that email

  3. Once your application has been submitted and your requested documents have been received, you will be contacted to schedule an interview with the Adapted PE & RT Program

  4. Contact the Adapted PE & RT Program with any questions you may have at (213) 241-6200