Step into a rewarding opportunity supporting students across multiple educational sites near Bristol, CT! This contract role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist (OT) looking to make a positive impact in a school-based environment. You will play a pivotal part in enhancing students' daily living skills, providing services district-wide from late August through the end of November. This position offers a consistent 35-hour work week and the unique chance to collaborate with educators and families to foster student success.
Qualifications:
- Must hold an active Connecticut Occupational Therapy license
- Previous experience in school-based OT settings is highly desirable
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Ability to adapt therapy plans for diverse student populations
- Reliable transportation to travel between multiple school sites
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized and group occupational therapy services to students ages PreK-12
- Assess, develop, and implement intervention plans based on unique student needs
- Work alongside classroom teachers and special education teams to ensure consistent support
- Document and track student progress to meet state and district requirements
- Participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings and provide expert recommendations
- Support a positive, inclusive educational environment across multiple locations
Benefits:
- Gain varied experience covering a range of school sites within a single district
- Enjoy a steady schedule of 35 hours per week
- Collaborate with passionate teams and expand your professional network
- Opportunity to directly impact students’ academic and personal growth
If you are ready to influence students’ lives and broaden your school-based therapy skills, apply today for this fulfilling assignment! Take your OT career to new places while making a difference each day.
Compensation for this position ranges from $37.64 to $57.64. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement