School Occupational Therapist | Cary, North Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

Make a real impact supporting students in a busy and dynamic educational environment as a contract Occupational Therapist. This opportunity is based near Cary, NC, working full-time across the western side of Wake County, with an anticipated start on a year-round track 30 days from offer. The district follows a workload model—caseload discussions take place during prescreening—ensuring equitable therapist assignments and ongoing support.

Essential Qualifications:

• Must possess school-based professional OT experience (post-Fieldwork II; experience during fieldwork/grad school not sufficient)
• Previous North Carolina school experience preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with ECATS and IEPs
• Licensed OT by the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT)
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (Master’s preferred)
• Prepared to obtain NPI number and NC Tracks registration prior to start
• Able to complete DCDEE fingerprinting and district background check

Desired Skills:

• Strong background in providing therapy services and documentation in the school setting
• Capable of conducting OT evaluations, motor screenings, and functional skill assessments relevant to educational programming
• Familiarity with standardized assessment tools frequently used within school-based OT practice
• Proficient in the use and interpretation of the Sensory Processing Measure–2 (SPM-2) and Sensory Profile 2
• Solid understanding of how to apply assessment findings within educational contexts for students of various ages

What to Expect:

• Serve students on assignment at elementary, middle, and high school levels
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, shaping student outcomes through individualized therapy plans
• Adapt and adjust as caseloads are reassessed monthly to ensure appropriate workload distribution
• Engage in meaningful work supporting student success in academic environments

Immediate interviews are being scheduled, and this role will begin 30 days after an offer is extended. Take the next step in your OT career—apply now to seize this rewarding contract opportunity!

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