School Occupational Therapist | Bristol, Connecticut

Bring your expertise as an Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to a rewarding school-based assignment supporting students in a district-wide role. This contract opportunity starts as soon as possible and covers an FMLA/maternity leave for approximately 12 weeks, with a strong likelihood of extension beyond the initial term. This is a full-time, district-wide position working with students from Pre-K through 12th grade. The daily schedule will range from 7 to 7.5 hours, pending final district confirmation.

What You’ll Need:

• Active Connecticut OT license, or COTA license/certification (CT DPH License/NBCOT exam passed)
• Reliable transportation to traverse district locations
• Previous school-based OT/COTA experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting diverse student populations
• Flexibility and commitment to a temporary assignment, with an understanding that extensions—while likely—cannot be guaranteed
• Ability to collaborate within educational environments

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for students of all ages and abilities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement student-centered treatment plans
• Monitor, document, and communicate progress toward established goals
• Provide support and guidance to teachers, staff, and families as needed
• For COTAs: work under OT supervision, consistent with school and licensure requirements

What Makes This Role Unique:

• Serve a wide range of students at multiple sites in the district, broadening your impact and experience
• Virtual interview process for convenience and flexibility
• A supportive, collaborative atmosphere among experienced professionals

If you’re committed to making a positive difference in students’ educational journeys and are open to a dynamic contract assignment, your skills are in demand. Apply today to play an essential role in student success during this important leave coverage!

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.