Local Contract School Services - Occupational Therapist - $64-68 per hour

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Pittsburg, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: School Services
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 43 weeks
• 37.5 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Join a multidisciplinary team to help students build the skills for a lifetime of independence!Cross Country Education is looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist (OT)  to support K-12 students in developing essential fine motor and sensory skills for the 2026-2027 school year in Pittsburg, CA.

• Provide high-quality, in-person occupational therapy services to K–12 students, focusing on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and activities of daily living to enhance educational participation.
• Conduct comprehensive student evaluations and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement measurable IEP goals and tailored treatment plans.
• Recommend and implement assistive technology and classroom modifications to ensure an inclusive and accessible learning environment for students with diverse needs.
• Provide ongoing training and strategies to educators and families to support student progress and functional independence across various campus settings.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid California Occupational Therapist License
• Experience in pediatric or school-based setting with the flexibility to provide services across multiple school sites within the district

Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education? 

• Top Compensation: Earn $64.00 - $67.50 Per Hour , based on your experience and qualifications as an Occupational Therapist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent academic schedule with 37.5 hours per week plus  paid sick leave .

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Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  We will consider all employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of FCIHO. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2

About Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.

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