School Occupational Therapist | Sparks, Nevada

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a fulfilling contract opportunity supporting K-12 students near Sparks, NV, as a school-based Occupational Therapist. Serving 3-4 schools, you’ll make a meaningful impact across diverse educational settings. This assignment runs from August 10, 2026, through June 4, 2027, with a steady schedule of 37.5 hours each week. Onsite collaboration is vital for this role, and you’ll have the opportunity to work directly with a caseload of 50-55 students, providing a balanced mix of therapy, evaluations, and assessments.

Qualifications & Experience Sought:

• Active Nevada OT license required
• Previous experience in a school-based setting preferred
• Comfortable managing caseloads of 50+ students across multiple campuses
• Confident working with students in kindergarten through high school
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for working with students, staff, and families
• Must be willing to complete fingerprinting and drug screening due to credentialing requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored occupational therapy interventions to students across K-12 grade levels
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and ongoing assessments
• Collaborate with educators and multidisciplinary teams to implement IEPs
• Maintain timely, compliant documentation for each student on your caseload
• Communicate therapy goals and progress to families and staff
• Navigate between assigned campuses to ensure needs are met consistently

You’ll thrive in an environment that values your expertise and encourages you to use your unique skills to support student success. With this onsite contract placement, you’ll gain diverse experience as you engage with a wide age range and collaborate with supportive professionals across each school.

Ready to make a real difference in students’ lives? Take the next step in your OT career—apply today and bring your passion for helping students achieve their fullest potential.

Compensation for this position ranges from $33.66 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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