Schools - Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

An experienced Occupational Therapist with a background in school-based services is needed to support students through a leave contract in Shelbyville, TN. This role involves hands-on evaluations, direct interventions, and collaborative consultation within a dynamic educational setting.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct occupational therapy and sensory evaluations for referred students as well as scheduled re-evaluations.
• Provide direct therapy services to approximately 11 students across four different schools.
• Consult and collaborate with teachers, support teams, and IEP meeting participants regarding student needs and strategies.
• Attend Individualized Education Program (IEP) and support team meetings regularly.
• Offer consultative support for an additional 15-20 students.

Schedule & Duration :

Preferred Qualifications :

Benefits of this role include the opportunity to impact student success across several schools while working within a supportive educational environment. The three-day weekly schedule offers a focused, manageable workload with the possibility for additional hours if needed.

Qualified candidates seeking to provide comprehensive OT support to school-aged children are encouraged to apply to contribute their expertise to this important role.