Occupational Therapist School Setting - Apex, NC

Job Description

Job Description

Take the next step in your school-based occupational therapy career with an impactful contract opportunity in North Carolina. This full-time role focuses on serving students across the western side of Wake County, including elementary, middle, and high school settings, working collaboratively within a supportive workload model. Start dates are set 30 days from offer and interviews are being scheduled immediately.

Ideal Background:

• Active OT license with the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT)
• Post-graduate degree in Occupational Therapy (Master’s preferred)
• Demonstrated school-based occupational therapy experience; NC school exposure especially valued
• Proven experience managing IEPs and utilizing ECATS
• Familiarity with standardized school-based OT assessments, including SPM-2 and Sensory Profile 2; able to interpret and apply assessment results to educational plans
• Skilled in conducting motor screenings, OT evaluations, and delivering therapy/documentation within the educational setting
• Working understanding of how students’ functional skills impact educational participation and progress
• Ready to complete DCDEE fingerprinting, NPI, NC Tracks registration, and a background check prior to start

In This Role, You Will:

• Serve students, working from an established workload model discussed in prescreening
• Conduct assessments, participate in eligibility determinations, and develop & implement IEPs
• Document services accurately in compliance with school, district, and state standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary education teams to support student success and accessibility

What Sets This Position Apart:

• Opportunity to make a measurable difference in students’ lives across varied educational environments
• Work alongside a robust team of professionals with ongoing support
• Direct impact through individualized assessment and intervention, shaping educational outcomes

If you thrive in fast-paced, adaptive school environments and bring focused school-based OT skills, your expertise is needed! Secure your interview by applying today—this rewarding school contract starts soon.

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