School Occupational Therapist | Waterbury, Connecticut

Job Description

Job Description

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students as an Occupational Therapist near Waterbury, CT. This full-time role covers multiple school sites for a district-wide need, providing vital therapy services to help students thrive throughout the fall. With a set Monday–Friday schedule and on-site responsibilities, you’ll collaborate with education professionals in a dynamic school environment.

Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapy license in the state of Connecticut
• Recent experience with school-based occupational therapy
• Strong understanding of pediatric therapy interventions
• Ability to efficiently manage travel between several school locations
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Commitment to meeting individual student goals and IEP mandates

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide direct OT services
• Collaborate with teachers and special education staff on student progress
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to IEP meetings
• Travel between assigned schools (within one district) as scheduled
• Communicate regularly with families and caregivers about student progress
• Remain current with professional best practices and state regulations
• Support a positive, inclusive school culture

Benefits:

• Consistent 35-hour workweeks (August 27 through November)
• Gain valuable experience with varied cases and support from school staff
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact for students across the district
• Exposure to a variety of learning environments within one community

This is a fantastic chance to expand your expertise, connect with students and educators, and make a difference throughout the fall contract. If you have the required CT OT license and are passionate about elevating student outcomes, take the next step in your career. Submit a current résumé, bullet-point presentation, and your certification—we look forward to hearing from you!

Compensation for this position ranges from $37.64 to $57.64. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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