School Occupational Therapist - Kingston, New York

Kingston,NY 6 days ago

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Category Schools - OT
Job Type Contract

Make a meaningful impact as a full-time Occupational Therapist in an educational setting, supporting students' growth and success for the current school year. This contract position runs ASAP through June 24 and offers a dynamic mix of experiences, splitting your time between elementary and junior/senior high school environments. You'll begin your day at 8:30 am, providing vital services as part of a collaborative team.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

  • Valid Occupational Therapist license for New York State
  • Previous experience delivering OT services in a school-based environment preferred
  • Strong skills supporting MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) and general education populations
  • Ability to manage a diverse caseload, delivering up to 8 sessions per day
  • Effective communicator and comfortable collaborating with other therapists, including sharing therapy space with a PT
  • Organizational skills for efficient scheduling and documentation

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver direct occupational therapy sessions to students K-12, following IEP or MTSS guidelines
  • Provide support tailored to both general education and intervention students
  • Collaborate with educators, special education staff, and related service providers to maximize student outcomes
  • Document progress and maintain accurate records in compliance with school and regulatory requirements
  • Adapt interventions to meet a wide range of student needs
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive, student-centered environment
  • Flexibility to split time evenly between two school sites and manage daily transitions

Perks:

  • Opportunity to bill for snow days, maximizing your professional hours
  • Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
  • Experience across different age groups and school settings
  • Well-structured and consistent schedule (Monday–Friday, 37.5 hrs/week)

Step into a rewarding role where your expertise will make a noticeable difference in students' daily lives. If you're ready to hit the ground running and support an enthusiastic school community, apply now to get started!

Compensation for this position ranges from $36.70 to $56.70. 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