Occupational Therapist, Full-Time, Therapy Works

Job Description Occupational Therapist - ExcelPrep, San Antonio, TX

Mission-driven role in a private program serving neurodiverse children. On-site in San Antonio, Texas.

ExcelPrep is a mission-driven private program serving neurodiverse children through structured, research-based instruction. Our mission is simple: prioritize the academic and social success of neurodiverse learners. We are a professional and agile organization committed to delivering high-quality academic and therapeutic programming that supports meaningful learning outcomes.

PreK–8 Academic Program
Grounded in Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching
Focus on core academic skills—reading, writing, and mathematics
Designed for students with learning disabilities and neurodiverse profiles who benefit from structured, data-driven instruction

Clinical ABA Program (Ages 3–13)
Emphasizes cognitive skill and social behavior learning within a structured instructional environment
Integrates Applied Behavior Analysis with teaching strategies supporting language development, reasoning, executive functioning, and social competence
Individualized, data-driven instruction focused on building foundational skills for learning, communication, and independence

Across Excel programs, we center:

• Precision Teaching and data-based decision making
• Occupational Therapy as a prioritized therapy alongside ABA in support of sensory motor development

Our mission is to provide a nurturing, academically focused learning environment where neurodiverse students can develop strong academic foundations, cognitive-linguistic skills, and the confidence needed to succeed in school and beyond.

The Role: Occupational Therapist (OT)

We’re seeking a compassionate, collaborative Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality OT services in a school-based environment. You will work alongside ABA therapists, teachers, and program leaders to support sensory-mmotor development and functional skills that enable meaningful learning.

Deliver individualized OT services to neurodiverse children within ExcelPrep programs

• Assess, plan, implement, and monitor OT interventions aligned with direct instruction and ABA goals
• Collaborate with families, educators, and ABA staff; Document progress using data-driven methods; Provide training and coaching to staff on sensory strategies and adaptive materials

Provide direct therapy and/or group sessions; adapt activities for sensory needs and motor planning

• Align OT goals with ExcelPrep’s Direct Instruction, Precision Teaching, and ABA goals
• Track progress with data collection; adjust interventions based on data
• Collaborate with program staff to design accessible learning environments and materials
• Maintain documentation in compliance with regulatory and school policies
• Participate in team planning, IEP/IFSP processes (as applicable), and professional development

Knowledge of motor development, sensory integration, and activity analysis

• ability to work with families, teachers, and ABA staff
• Familiarity with a data-driven, structured instructional framework is a plus
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) or experience serving Spanish-speaking families is a plus
• Schedule: Full-time (typical school-day hours; On-site role with opportunities for collaboration across ExcelPrep campuses as applicable
• Apply directly on this posting via Indeed, ZipRecruiter, or LinkedIn

How you collaborate with ABA teams and instructional staff
Why you are drawn to ExcelPrep’s mission
Include any relevant certifications or training (e.g., sensory integration, feeding therapy, handwriting, etc.)

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.