School Occupational Therapist | Dorchester Center, Massachusetts

Occupational Therapist Contract Opportunity

A rewarding contract opportunity is available for a skilled Occupational Therapist ready to make an impact in elementary and middle school student lives near Dorchester Center, MA. This role begins immediately and will continue through the last day of the 2026 - 2027 school year.

You'll provide both inclusion and pull-out occupational therapy services to a current caseload of eight students, with flexibility as caseloads can shift throughout the year. As a key member of the student support team, you'll directly attend IEP meetings, contribute new OT IEP goals and benchmarks, and complete quarterly progress reports. Your expertise will also be essential for conducting initial and three-year reevaluation assessments.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Hold valid DESE and/or Massachusetts certification as an Occupational Therapist.
• Previous experience in school-based OT settings highly valued.
• Strong collaboration skills for effectively working with staff, students, and families.
• Comfortable adapting to changing caseloads and student needs.
• Ability to write thorough, timely reports and set thoughtful, student-centered goals.
• Positive, approachable attitudewith a genuine ease around children and colleagues.

Role Highlights:

• Flexible scheduling: Choose one 8-hour day or two 4-hour days per week between Monday and Thursday.
• Engage directly with your students through both inclusion and pull-out interventions.
• Direct involvement in IEP development and meetings.
• Assess, monitor, and document student progress throughout the year.
• Foster collaborative relationships within a supportive school environment.

Your commitment to student success is highly valued, and your ability to connect with students and colleagues will set you apart in this important role.

Ready to use your skills to create meaningful change? We welcome your application to inspire and support young learners through occupational therapy. Apply today to take the next step in your professional journey!

Compensation for this position ranges from $38.62 to $58.62. 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.