Occupational Therapist School Setting - Santa Clara, CA

Occupational Therapist Contract Opportunity

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity servicing dynamic school settings near Santa Clara, CA! This full-time opening invites a passionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to make a genuine impact on students' development and well-being. You'll be engaged at multiple San Jose locations through June 2027, collaborating in an environment that sparks creativity, inclusivity, and growth.

Leverage your specialized skills and experience in a role focused on helping children and adolescents excel inside and outside the classroom. With a start date as soon as possible, you'll feel the excitement of contributing to a supportive educational community for the remainder of the school year and beyond.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Hold a current Occupational Therapist license in California.
• Previous experience working in school-based settings (K-12) strongly preferred.
• Solid grasp of individualized education programs (IEPs), documentation, and service delivery models for diverse learners.
• Effective communicator with students, educators, and families.
• Organized, flexible, and passionate about collaborative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and consultative OT services to students in keeping with IEP goals.
• Assess students' needs, conduct screenings, and develop intervention plans tailored to individual strengths and challenges.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, counselors, and multidisciplinary school staff.
• Keep thorough, timely documentation of student progress and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Offer strategies, tools, and resources that empower students to succeed academically and socially.

This contract role spans through June 2027, giving you stability, professional growth, and the chance to build meaningful relationships over several school years.

Ready to make a difference and help students unlock their potential? Apply today and embark on an exciting new chapter of your OT career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals.