Occupational Therapist - Autism

Martin Luther School is launching a new school specifically for students with autism, grounded in a developmental, relationship-based learning model. We are looking for occupational therapists who want to be part of building a program where students are understood developmentally and supported through strong relationships.

The school will be rooted in a developmental approach that prioritizes emotional engagement, communication, sensory regulation, motor development, and authentic relationships as the foundation for learning. Rather than focusing only on compliance or behavior management, the program will support students in building the cognitive, social, and emotional capacities that lead to long-term independence and meaningful participation in the world.

The autism program will be supported by a collaborative team that includes teachers, related service providers, clinicians, developmental specialists, and leadership who work closely together to understand each student and support their growth. Speech therapists are not working alone. They are part of a thoughtful team focused on helping students build the skills that support independence, communication, and learning.

Within this model, occupational pathologists play a central role in supporting students' ability to engage, regulate and participate in daily activities. We believe that occupational therapy is fundamental to learning, as students must be able to regulate their bodies, process sensory input, and interact with their environment to communicate, relate, and think.


Job summary

We are looking for occupational therapists who believe that relationships are the foundation of teaching and that students grow best when they are met where they are developmentally. This is an opportunity to help shape a new program and be part of a mission-driven school community committed to helping students with autism thrive.

Education and experience:

• Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Benefits include:

• 3 health insurance plans included, one at no cost to the employee!
• 2 dental plans to choose from
• Educational assistance for professional development and Act 48/CEUs
• 403b retirement plan with organizational match
• Group Term Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• Short and Long-term Disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and Personal Holidays
• Funding for employee self-care activities

Martin Luther School is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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