Occupational Therapist School Setting - Lees Summit, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Embark on an impactful contract role as a part-time Occupational Therapist supporting schools near Lees Summit, MO! This unique, flexible opportunity allows you to truly focus on students—providing both direct and indirect OT services with the convenience of guaranteed hours and stipends available for travelers. Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your responsibilities are limited to your contracted time, freeing you from additional non-therapeutic duties such as bus or parent pick-up.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Valid Occupational Therapist licensure from the state of Missouri (or eligibility to obtain)
• Previous experience providing OT services in a school-based environment highly desired
• Competency in delivering both direct student interventions and indirect consultative support
• Strong ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, school staff, and administrators
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized and group-based occupational therapy services to students in accordance with IEP goals
• Conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, and monitor progress
• Participate in IEP meetings and consult with teachers and families as needed
• Provide comprehensive documentation and maintain compliance with state and federal regulations
• Schedule and manage caseload efficiently for on-site and consultative support

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

• Set schedule with guaranteed hours for stability
• Stipends available for those qualifying as travel therapists
• Paid for both direct service time and indirect duties (such as paperwork, meetings)
• Enjoy a manageable workload—no obligations for extracurricular or non-therapy duties outside your contracted hours

Take the next step in your OT career and make a direct impact where it matters most! If you’re eager to lend your expertise in a supportive, student-centered environment, apply today and bring your dedication to transforming school-based therapy.

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