Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Miami, FL 33128
Schedule: 2 hours per month , school-based
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Dates: August 10, 2026 May 28, 2027
Pay Rate: Starting at $45/hour (dependent on experience)

Position Overview

Birch Agency is seeking a licensed and compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide school-based services in Miami, Florida for the 20262027 school year.

This highly flexible, part-time opportunity is ideal for an Occupational Therapist looking to supplement an existing caseload while making a meaningful impact on students' academic and functional success. The OT will provide services across two nearby school campuses , collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support students with fine motor, sensory, visual motor, and functional skill development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations and assessments to determine students' educational and functional needs.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with students' IEP goals.

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in individual and small-group settings.

• Address fine motor, visual motor, sensory processing, handwriting, self-care, and classroom participation skills.

• Recommend adaptive equipment, classroom accommodations, and assistive technology when appropriate.

• Monitor student progress and modify treatment plans based on student performance.

• Maintain accurate documentation, treatment notes, progress reports, and any required Medicaid billing.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, physical therapists, and families.

• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.

• Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal special education regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program required.

• Active Florida Occupational Therapy license required.

• NBCOT certification preferred.

• Previous school-based or pediatric experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of child development, sensory integration, fine motor development, and school-based occupational therapy practices.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Work Environment

• School-based assignment serving students with diverse educational and developmental needs.

• Services provided across two school campuses in the Miami area.

• Extremely flexible schedule requiring approximately 2 hours per month .

• Collaborative environment with teachers, administrators, and related service providers.

• Excellent opportunity to supplement an existing schedule while making a positive impact on student success.

Why Work with Birch Agency?

Birch Agency is committed to supporting school professionals with meaningful opportunities and exceptional benefits, including:

• Competitive weekly pay starting at $45/hour (dependent on experience)

• Flexible part-time schedule

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance (for eligible employees)

• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees

• Professional development opportunities

• Ongoing recruiter support throughout your assignment

Apply Today

If you're a licensed Occupational Therapist looking for a flexible school-based opportunity in Miami, Florida , Birch Agency would love to connect with you. Join a collaborative team and help students develop the functional skills they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

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