Occupational Therapist School Setting in Portsmouth, VA

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Job Description

Step into a rewarding opportunity working with K-12 students as a contract Occupational Therapist. This school-based position starts August 11, 2026, and runs through May 29, 2027. Enjoy an itinerant role serving multiple schools, focused on delivering expert therapy and evaluation services in a supportive, collaborative educational setting. Youll address students diverse needs by participating in direct therapy, conducting OT evaluations, and playing a key role in IEP meetingsmaking a direct impact on both student progress and school teams.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Virginia Occupational Therapy license required
• School-based OT experience strongly preferred
• Previous experience working with K-12 populationsevaluations and direct therapy
• Familiarity with IEP processes and special education documentation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and across multiple sites in a week

Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct occupational therapy services to students in Grades K-12
• Conduct thorough evaluations to inform individualized education plans
• Collaborate actively in IEP meetings, sharing professional insight
• Travel between assigned schools within the district as an itinerant therapist
• Maintain detailed, compliant records in adherence to district and legal standards
• Build positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, and families

Benefits of this contract role include the flexibility of working a set school-year schedule with 37.5 hours per week, opportunities for professional growth, and the satisfaction of helping local students achieve greater independence and success. Onboarding requires completion of fingerprinting prior to your start date.

Ready to use your expertise to make a difference? Interviews will be conducted virtually with swift, 48-hour decision-making. This is your chance to positively influence students lives throughout the school year. Apply now to take the next step in your OT career!