School Occupational Therapist | Grain Valley, Missouri

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Job Description

Discover an enriching opportunity to make a difference in the lives of elementary school students as a contract Occupational Therapist for the spring semester. This full-time, onsite position works across three welcoming school buildings and is ideal for a licensed OT who thrives in dynamic educational settings and enjoys collaborating within a supportive community.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapy license, meeting all state requirements
• Experience providing OT services to pediatric or school-aged students (elementary preferred)
• Strong organizational skills to manage caseload across multiple locations
• Ability to deliver both direct therapy and support assessment, paperwork, and planning needs
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with students, staff, and families

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct occupational therapy services to a dedicated group of students, with scheduled caseloads of 10 on Mondays, 7 on Tuesdays, 10 on Wednesdays, and 8 on Thursdays
• Rotate between three elementary school buildings, adapting interventions to each setting
• Use Fridays for assessments, evaluations, documentation, and preparation to best support your caseload
• Conduct thorough evaluations to develop individualized plans and monitor progress
• Work closely with teachers, special education staff, and families to ensure effective delivery of services and goal achievement for students
• Maintain accurate records and reports in compliance with school and regulatory standards

Enjoy the opportunity to work within a caring environment, impacting students lives directly through targeted interventions and ongoing support throughout the Spring semester.

If youre driven, compassionate, and eager to foster student success, we invite you to apply now and bring your expertise to this rewarding OT rolehelp shape brighter futures for elementary learners!