Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT)

TSP Ed Co is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team and support students in a school setting in Thorndike, ME. This is a great opportunity for an OT who enjoys working directly with students, building meaningful relationships, and helping children develop the fine motor, sensory, self-care, and functional skills they need to be successful at school.

What You'll Do

As an OT, you will work collaboratively with special education staff and other members of the educational team to provide individualized occupational therapy services to students. Responsibilities may include:

• Providing occupational therapy services to students individually and/or in small groups
• Conducting evaluations and assessments to identify students' occupational therapy needs
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment goals and interventions
• Supporting students with fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, and visual-motor skills
• Helping students develop functional, self-care, and classroom participation skills
• Monitoring and documenting student progress toward individualized goals
• Collaborating with teachers, special education staff, families, and other related service providers
• Participating in IEP meetings and contributing to student programming and goals
• Recommending strategies, accommodations, and adaptive equipment to support student success
• Maintaining student confidentiality and following all school and TSP Ed Co policies

Qualifications

Active Occupational Therapist license/credential appropriate for practice in Maine

Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

Experience working with children or adolescents preferred

School-based and/or special education experience is a plus

Knowledge of pediatric occupational therapy, sensory processing, and developmental needs

Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills

Compassionate, patient, and committed to helping students succeed

Ability to meet all applicable school, licensing, and employment requirements

Why TSP Ed Co?

At TSP Ed Co, we believe the professionals supporting students deserve to feel supported, too. Our team provides ongoing communication, responsive support, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact within the school communities we serve.

If you're an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding school-based opportunity in the Thorndike, ME area, we'd love to connect with you.

Apply today to learn more about joining the TSP Ed Co team!