School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) - Contract Position

Job Description

Job Description

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Wilmington, DE
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract
Start Date: ASAP
Contract End Date: June 8, 2027
Schedule: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Openings: 4
Setting: Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated Occupational Therapists (OTs) to support students throughout a school district in Wilmington, Delaware. This full-time, onsite opportunity is ideal for an OT who enjoys working with students across diverse educational settings and collaborating with school-based teams.

The Occupational Therapist will provide services to students throughout the district and help support their participation, independence, and success in the school environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students across the district.

• Assess students' functional and educational needs.

• Develop and implement appropriate therapeutic interventions.

• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, administrators, families, and other related service providers.

• Support students in developing skills needed for participation and success in the school setting.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and student progress.

• Participate in educational team meetings and contribute to student support plans and IEPs as appropriate.

• Adapt therapeutic strategies to meet individual student needs.

• Follow district policies and applicable professional standards.

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist license required.

• Valid licensure must be provided with application/submission.

• School-based or pediatric experience is preferred.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work effectively with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Commitment to supporting students' academic, functional, and developmental goals.

Additional Requirements

Selected candidates will be required to complete the district's contractor onboarding process, which may include:

• Background and fingerprinting requirements

• TB testing, unless completed through an approved virtual provider

• Child Protective Registry Check

• Required contractor documentation

• School badge appointment following approval

The district's onboarding review may take up to 5 business days after all required materials are received.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule

• Consistent school-based setting

• Opportunity to support students across multiple schools

• Collaborative educational environment

• Long-term assignment through June 2027

• Multiple openings available

Apply today to be considered for a School-Based Occupational Therapist position supporting students in Wilmington, DE.

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