High School Elementary Occupational Therapist School Setting in Clovis, NM

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Job Description

Step into an exciting opportunity as a school-based Occupational Therapist supporting a diverse student population across elementary, middle, and high school settings. You'll play a pivotal role helping students develop the skills to thrive in both academic and daily life. In this contract, full-time position, youll work onsite, dedicating 37.5 hours per week to making a meaningful difference. With a focus on an elementary caseload (approximately 30 students), youll collaborate with educators, families, and other specialists to deliver individualized, effective interventions.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Valid Occupational Therapy license
• Previous experience in school settings (elementary focus preferred)
• Comfort working with a range of ages (elementary, middle, and high school)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to adapt strategies and interventions based on individual student needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and identify students needs for occupational therapy based on evaluations and teacher or family observations
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals for students
• Provide direct therapy services to students in 1:1 or small group settings
• Consult and collaborate with teachers, school staff, and families to integrate therapeutic strategies within the classroom and home
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student progress and compliance with all relevant regulations and policies
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, offering expertise in OT and contributing to whole-child educational planning

This role offers you the chance to see your impact daily, building rapport with students and helping them achieve greater participation in school life. If you have a passion for supporting young learners and empowering their success, wed love to connect with you. Take the next step in your careerapply today and help shape brighter futures for students!