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Occupational Therapist

$78 per hour

Conecta Education

Occupational Therapist

Conecta Education is currently hiring an Occupational Therapist in the greater Santa Cruz County Area:

  • Full Time
  • August 2026 to June 2027
  • 5 days per week, Mon-Fri
  • 37.5 hours per week, 7:45 am to 4:15 p.m. 1/2 hour unpaid lunch
  • Elementary and Middle School age students
  • Pay starts at $78 an hour!

Responsibilities:

  • Provide occupational therapy services to students in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program
  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments in areas such as fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, and self-care skills
  • Develop measurable goals and treatment plans aligned with educational objectives
  • Deliver direct therapy services (individual and/or group) in school-based settings
  • Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and families to support student success
  • Participate in IEP meetings, including initial, annual, and triennial reviews
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, service logs, and assessment reports
  • Monitor student progress and adjust intervention strategies as needed
  • Provide consultation to school staff regarding classroom accommodations and strategies
  • Ensure compliance with Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and California state regulations
  • Support students in accessing the curriculum through adaptive techniques, equipment, and environmental modifications

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Current, active licensure through the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT)
  • Valid California driver's license (if travel between school sites is required)
  • Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred

Conecta prides itself in specializing solely in educational staffing. Our staffing consultants have decades of experience in the field of education and provide our candidates with access to opportunities, flexibility and personalized support in your career search.

Conecta's staffing consultants are committed in assisting our candidates find the right job and ensure compatibility between provider, school and students. Our experienced staffing consultants assess your ideal role and craft a personalized search strategy tailored to meet your career goals. If your ideal career opportunity is not part of our existing job openings, we'll actively work to locate it on your behalf, and we will find it!

What we offer our employees:

  • Flexible, school-based employment options across the country

    • Contract employment
    • Perm to contract employment
    • Part-time & Full-time employment
    • Per diem employment
  • Comprehensive benefits package

    • Competitive hourly pay (W-2)
    • Per diem reimbursement (if eligible under IRS guidelines)
    • Health insurance for full-time employees
    • 401(K) plan
    • CEU's
    • Relocation assistance
    • Optional summer pay programs for school-based providers
    • Opportunities to transition from contract to permanent employment with our clients
  • Ongoing dedicated support

    • You're never alone on assignment with Conecta
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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