Middle School Elementary School Occupational Therapist - Long Beach, California

Step into a rewarding role supporting students across elementary, middle, and high school settings in the Long Beach, CA area. This contract opportunity is full-time at 40 hours per week, beginning as soon as possible and extending through 6/5/26. You'll manage a caseload of 49 students, working across three different campuses to ensure consistent, high-quality care.

Key Qualifications:

• Current licensure and certification as an Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Experience in a school-based setting required
• Comfortable working with elementary, middle, and high school students
• Ability to manage a dynamic caseload across multiple locations
• Strong collaborative skills for working with educators, families, and related service providers
• Excellent organizational and documentation abilities

Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to a diverse range of students, adjusting interventions to meet individual needs
• Evaluate and re-evaluate students to develop effective treatment plans that promote academic success and independence
• Travel between three school sites to maintain continuity of care and therapeutic supports
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to integrate OT goals into each student’s educational plan
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation per district and professional standards
• Provide input for Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and assist with progress reporting

Benefits and Perks:

• Consistent schedule with 40 hours weekly across the academic year
• Chance to work with a varied student population in a collaborative school environment
• Professional enrichment while making a lasting impact on students’ educational journeys
• Build experience with a broad caseload, helping students at several crucial developmental stages

If you’re ready to make a positive difference in students’ lives and meet the outlined criteria, apply today to secure your spot in this dynamic school-based setting!

Compensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. 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.