Occupational Therapist Leave Replacement

The Quad Preparatory School

Occupational Therapist Leave Replacement

Opening for the 2025-26 School Year

Classification : Part time or Full-time Exempt (minimum of 2 month commitment)

Reports to : Senior Occupational Therapist and Clinical Co-Head

Full-Time Equivalent Annual Salary Range : Compensation is commensurate with experience and ranges from $40 to $55 per hour.

At Quad Prep we are on a mission to transform the lives of neurodiverse twice-exceptional people by redefining the experience of school. Through the collective collaborative and empathic work of our teachers and clinicians we are empowering our students to engage with the exciting and wonderful diversity of this world.

As we enter our 13th year we are excited to welcome fellow innovators and collaborative colleagues to our team to be a part of this inspiring and impactful mission. At Quad Prep a New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Accredited School we are eager to create challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students to seek diverse perspectives and to work together to continuously refine and redefine best practices in neurodiverse education. The Quad Preparatory School actively seeks to advance diversity through its programs and hiring.

Why work at Quad Prep

• ACCREDITED SCHOOL : Quad Prep was recognized as an outstanding school when it received accreditation through NYSAIS.
• COMMUNITY : We are committed to building a joyful and inclusive culture where everybody is celebrated for who they are.
• COLLEAGUES : Our colleagues are inspiring consummate innovators and are at their happiest collaborating to create personalized solutions for each student.
• STUDENTS We guarantee that you will learn something eye-opening every single day from our students and have a lot of joy and laughter along the way!
• DEEP PROFESSIONAL LEARNING : Quad Prep supports mission-driven educators and clinicians to grow their professional skills and influence in the neurodiversity educational space. Close collaboration with colleagues coaching from supportive leaders and thoughtful in-depth professional learning programs keep us growing.
• GENEROUS AND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS

Health : Medical Dental Vision

Who We Are

(If Quad Prep is for you youll read whats below and feel Thats me!)

At Quad Prep we are guided by values that we hold dear and we have developed an innovative set of practices to meet our mission. We are :

Groundbreaking : We ignite our students talents and are passionate about their futures. You are :

Collaborative : We function with an exceedingly deep degree of collaboration. You :

Trustworthy : We are steadfast and are accountable to our students and each other. You :

Constantly Learning and Growing : We value continued growth and learning. You :

Resourceful : At Quad Prep we dig deep to meet our mission. You :

Flexible : At Quad Prep we never give up on each other and are driven by the ethos of not if but how. You are :

WHAT YOULL DO

The Quad Preparatory School is looking to fill an Occupational Therapist leave position to join our team of clinicians; full-time or part-time to cover a leave replacement. The occupational therapist works with a primary caseload of students in 2nd3rd grade and may provide occasional support or consultation to students in other grade levels as needed. Clinical services are provided in a highly collaborative and integrated manner so as to generalize skills for success in natural and nuanced environments. Occupational therapists have the opportunity to receive mentorship from senior clinicians as well as through our consultative services provided by Special Programs in Occupational Therapy Services (SPOTS) a highly-regarded practice in New York City.

Expectations :

Competencies :

Required Education and Experience :

Preferred Education and Experience :

Work Environment :

This job operates in a school setting. The school is located on the fourth floor of a building with an elevator. This role requires working in various locations around the school and occasional travel to the Upper School campus approximately two blocks away.

Physical Demands :

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is active and involves continuous standing walking and climbing stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move items under 20 pounds . Typing is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work :

We are looking to fill a full-time and / or part-time position to cover leave replacements in an educational facility that is open eight hours a day. Teachers psychosocial teachers and staff clinicians work ten months out of the year according to the academic calendar (late August to late June). Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required anticipate at least three of these events throughout the general though hours are Monday-Friday 8am - 4pm; for the part-time role hours and days of work will be determined in collaboration with the supervisor Clinical Director and Assistant Head of School.

Compensation and Benefits :

Compensation is dependent upon experience and degree obtained.

At Quad Prep full-time (or over 30 hours per week) employees will have access to a full range of benefits after satisfying the contractual requirements of each plan including medical dental and vision coverage; Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) pre-tax transit and dependent care (DC FSA) accounts; a 401K match and student loan repayment contributions (after one year of employment); and a range of professional development opportunities.

All staff will engage with colleagues in our ongoing staff wellness groups relax at our social events and collaborate in meaningful work as a valued member of our voluntary groups.

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ADA / AAP / EEO Statement : The Quad Preparatory School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process to perform the essential functions of the position and / or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment please contact our People and Culture department at

The Quad Preparatory School is based on an inclusive philosophy that does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion gender age disability marital status creed sexual orientation familial status citizenship veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by law in its hiring procedures and policies.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 40 - 55