School Occupational Therapist - Desoto, Texas

Job Description

Job Description

Make an impact supporting students in a dynamic, collaborative school environment through a contract opportunity in the Desoto area. This role focuses on providing expert occupational therapy services across the district, working closely with a small OT team and engaging directly with students to help them succeed academically and functionally.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) license required
• Previous experience working in a school-based setting preferred
• Comfort with comprehensive evaluations and supervising COTAs
• Familiarity with ESPED (IEP System) is a must
• Strong communication and organizational skills, especially with time logs and documentation
• Ability to work onsite, traveling throughout the district as needed

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy evaluations for students throughout the district
• Supervise and support 2-3 COTAs, ensuring quality practices and teamwork
• Collaborate with educators, staff, and families to create and implement effective IEPs and targeted OT interventions
• Maintain weekly time logs for Director approval; note that payment is only for days worked within the school setting
• Adapt strategies and interventions to meet diverse student needs, helping them achieve their educational and developmental goals
• Travel between school sites within the district as assigned

Perks of the Position:

• Engage in meaningful work that positively affects students’ daily lives
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive OT network
• Flexible contract structure aligned with the school year calendar
• Gain valuable experience working with IEP systems and cross-disciplinary teams

Ready to use your OT expertise in a school-centered role where your skills are valued? Apply today to help make a difference for students and contribute to an encouraging and professional team environment.

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