School-Based Occupational Therapist Opportunity in New York

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Saugerties, NY

Setting: School-Based

Job Type: Contract, Full-Time

Schedule: 37.5 hours per week; 8:30 AM arrival

Contract Term: ASAPEOSY

Pay: $45+ per hour, depending on experience

Soliant Education is seeking a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist for a full-time, school-based contract opportunity in Saugerties, New York. Support students' independence, functional skills, and classroom participation while collaborating with educators and related-service providers.

Why Saugerties?

Explore a school-based opportunity in New York's Hudson Valley. Saugerties offers a small-town setting near the Catskill Mountains, with opportunities to enjoy local shops, scenic surroundings, and outdoor recreation.

Job Details

• Full-time schedule: 37.5 hours per week
• School-based contract assignment
• Time split equally between Cahill Elementary and a junior/senior high school
• Approximately eight therapy sessions per day
• Support students through Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and general education services
• Shared therapy space with a physical therapist
• Arrival time: 8:30 AM
• Competitive pay: $45+ per hour, depending on experience (with paid snow days)

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Active New York Occupational Therapist license
• Previous pediatric or school-based experience preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Ability to support students across elementary and secondary school settings
• Final district credential requirements to be confirmed

Responsibilities

• Assess students' functional skills and school-based occupational therapy needs
• Develop and implement individualized interventions supporting educational participation
• Address fine motor, visual-motor, sensory processing, and daily school routines as appropriate
• Provide direct services and collaborate with staff on classroom strategies
• Support MTSS interventions and general education students
• Participate in educational planning and IEP meetings as applicable
• Maintain accurate service documentation and student progress reports

Compensation & Benefits Information

• Hourly pay of $45+, depending on experience
• Contact LaCourtney to discuss insurance options, retirement benefits, payment arrangements, and eligibility
• Guaranteed hours, travel assistance, and professional development benefits are not confirmed for this assignment