Fine Motor Skills Occupational Therapist School Setting in Los Angeles, CA

Job description

Embrace a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of students as an Occupational Therapist on a contract basis. Located conveniently near Los Angeles, you’ll primarily serve the Pasadena area, delivering essential therapy services within a supportive educational environment. This role is anticipated to begin on a part-time basis as the caseload finalizes and is expected to grow into a full-time position.

Key Qualifications:

• Active licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Demonstrated experience in school-based OT settings
• Proficient in delivering OT services via home health, healthcare, and teletherapy modalities
• Strong skills in fine motor assessment and intervention
• Competence administering feeding therapy services is required
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities for engaging with students, educators, and families

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide direct occupational therapy to students, both in individual and group settings
• Assess, plan, and implement interventions that address fine motor skills and feeding needs
• Adapt therapy techniques for in-person and teletherapy delivery
• Document progress and maintain accurate records for each student
• Team up with school staff to develop student-centered treatment plans and strategies for classroom success
• Offer consultation and support to teachers and families to promote generalization of skills

What's Offered:

• Competitive hourly compensation from $50–$60, reflecting your skills and experience
• Flexible starting options with room to expand into a full-time role as the program grows
• Opportunity to work with a diverse student population and develop professionally in multiple OT practice areas

Take this next step in your OT career and enjoy meaningful work in a dynamic educational setting. Bring your expertise and passion for helping students thrive—apply now to be considered for this impactful position!