School Occupational Therapist | Gardiner, Maine

Make a meaningful impact by providing essential Occupational Therapy services in a specialized academic setting, supporting students’ growth and success. This onsite, one-day-a-week contract opportunity is located at a behavior-focused academy, serving a small group of out-of-district placed students. The school offers scheduling flexibility for your selected workday and values collaboration and high-quality care.

What You’ll Bring:

• Current Occupational Therapy license for the state of Maine
• Prior experience in a school-based setting, preferably with behavioral needs or special populations
• Strong documentation and paperwork management skills to ensure compliance and effective service delivery
• Ability to provide both direct therapy and relevant indirect services within an educational team
• Flexibility, adaptability, and strong communication skills to work with students, staff, and administration

Your Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct OT interventions to students, addressing fine motor, sensory, and self-regulation goals
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to develop and adapt educational strategies for individual student needs
• Complete all required paperwork, including evaluations, progress notes, and service logs, maintaining compliance
• Contribute to IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions as needed
• Serve as a resource and advocate for best practices in school-based occupational therapy

Perks You Can Expect:

• Flexible scheduling: choose the weekday that works best for you
• Focused caseload: serve four out-of-district students in one dedicated location
• Professional autonomy and support from an interdisciplinary school team
• Ongoing contract through June 2027

Step into a role where your skills truly make a difference in students' daily lives. If you’re passionate about helping students thrive, submit your Maine OT certification and resume today. Take the next step in your career and make an impact!