Occupational Therapist School Setting - Washoe Valley, NV

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.

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity serving K–12 students as a school-based Occupational Therapist near Washoe Valley, NV for the upcoming 25/26 school year. This full-time position places you in 1–2 district-wide locations, supporting a caseload of 50–55 students across elementary and secondary grades. You'll be pivotal in fostering student success and independence through tailored therapy and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid NV Occupational Therapy license required
• Prior experience in school-based OT strongly preferred
• Ability to manage a mixed-age caseload effectively
• Skilled in conducting therapy sessions, comprehensive assessments, and creating detailed evaluation reports
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Flexibility to rotate between 1–2 school locations as needed

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and indirect OT services according to students’ IEPs
• Administer assessments and participate in eligibility/IEP meetings
• Maintain precise documentation and progress monitoring
• Consult with educators, caregivers, and related service providers to ensure holistic support plans
• Travel between assigned district locations as part of an itinerant assignment

District Support:

• Utilization of a caseload model with a cap of 55 students
• Mix of elementary and secondary-aged students for varied clinical experience
• Training on district documentation systems provided
• Collaborative professional environment with paid team meetings and indirect time allocated

Take this chance to make a significant impact within a collaborative and supportive school district environment, while continuing to develop your clinical abilities.

Ready to empower students across Washoe Valley? Submit your application today, including your zip code and caseload preference. We can’t wait to connect talented professionals with this fulfilling opportunity!

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.53 to $53.66. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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