School Occupational Therapist | Lakewood, Washington

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity for a skilled Occupational Therapist passionate about supporting students in a secondary school setting. This onsite, full-time position runs from now through June 23, 2027, and is based near Lakewood, WA. You’ll be an integral part of a collaborative educational environment, working closely with teachers, families, and administrators to empower students with diverse needs.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Washington Occupational Therapy license (WA OT License) required
• Must be fingerprinted through OSPI prior to start
• Previous experience in school-based or pediatric occupational therapy preferred
• Comfortable supervising a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
• Experience or interest in working with grades 6-12 (secondary caseload)
• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday (full-time, 37.5 hours weekly)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, and deliver therapeutic interventions to students with various physical, developmental, and sensory needs
• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor progress in alignment with IEP goals
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multi-disciplinary teams to enhance student outcomes
• Provide supervision and mentorship to a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Maintain thorough documentation in compliance with district and state guidelines
• Participate in IEP meetings, providing expertise to support student learning and well-being

Take pride in making a tangible difference in students’ lives while advancing your career in a dynamic educational setting. Onsite collaboration means you’ll build meaningful connections with staff and students every day.

If you are ready to bring your expertise to a dedicated school community and meet the requirements listed above, we invite you to submit your application today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $45.00 to $65.00. 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.