School Therapist in Simi Valley, CA

Step into a specialized role supporting students as a school-based therapist for the 2026-2027 academic year. This part-time contract position gives you the flexibility to make a real impact, working approximately 5-10 hours per week with a diverse group of four students across multiple school sites. Your expertise will shape individualized therapeutic recreational services and guide students to more adaptive, fulfilling school experiences.

Key Qualifications:

• Hold one of the following certifications:
  • Certificate from the California Board of Recreation and Park Certification,
  • Certificate from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation,
  • Certification from the National Recreation and Park Association covering recreation or therapeutic recreation.
• Experience working with children or adolescents in an educational, therapeutic, or recreational setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, especially for managing multiple sites and collaborating effectively during IEP meetings.
• Comfort with virtual (VOCO) therapy delivery and skill market platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide weekly individual sessions for four students, tailoring approaches to their unique needs (sessions range from 30-85 minutes).
• Conduct thorough assessments to inform individualized goals and strategies.
• Participate in annual IEP meetings and coordinate with educational teams and families to support student progress.
• Document progress and session outcomes with attention to detail and compliance standards.
• Embrace a flexible schedule across August 12, 2026, through June 4, 2027.

This contract offers the opportunity to focus your therapeutic skills where they matter most—helping students realize their potential in the school environment. Experience a rewarding balance of autonomy and collaboration, with the benefit of part-time flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference with your therapeutic recreation skills in a dynamic educational setting, we invite you to apply today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $57.00. 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.