Occupational Therapist School Setting in Missouri City, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity in the Houston area, focusing on empowering students with a range of occupational therapy needs across a thoughtfully assigned cluster of schools. As a full-time OT, you'll provide a blend of consultative and direct student services (ages 3–21), focusing on evaluations, IEP documentation, and ARD participation. This assignment emphasizes manageable caseloads and organized schedules, ensuring your expertise has the greatest impact.

Highlights of this role:

• Full-time, on-site position (35 hours/week), with the upcoming school year running from August 11, 2026, through May 26, 2027
• Assigned to a coherent, nearby zone with 6-7 schools, reducing unnecessary travel and maximizing your connection with each campus
• Caseload aims for a balanced workload: 70 total, with direct services required for roughly 30–40 students on a rotating basis
• Responsibilities focus on evaluations, treatment, consultations, documentation for IEPs, and collaboration in ARD meetings
• Work with SHARES and Onward health documentation software, track student goals and services, and maintain your own records in excel
• School hours generally 8:00 am–4:00 pm (occasionally 7:30 am starts), promoting work/life balance
• Lead your assigned caseload independently without COTA support

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Active Texas OT license required
• Demonstrated school-based occupational therapy experience; highly experienced COTAs may also be considered
• Able to pass district fingerprinting/background checks
• Strong documentation and IEP meeting skills
• Passion for working with students of diverse backgrounds and abilities

Enjoy full-time stability throughout the academic year while making a meaningful difference for students in one of Houston’s vibrant communities. If you have the expertise and drive to support students’ academic and therapeutic success, take the next step and submit your application today!

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