Occupational Therapist School Setting in Saint Paul, MN

Job description

Embark on a rewarding full-time contract assignment centered on providing Occupational Therapy services within an educational environment. Starting September 9th and continuing through November 30th, you’ll play a crucial role as a long-term substitute, supporting students and staff across two elementary school settings near Saint Paul, MN.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure for Minnesota schools
• Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric therapy setting
• Strong ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with teachers, students, and families
• Experience supervising or working alongside COTAs is highly preferred
• Flexibility to adapt to the unique needs of both center-based autism programs and general education environments

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and consultative OT services at two elementary campuses:
  • Allocate .4 of your schedule to a center-based autism classroom, supervising a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) and ensuring supportive, evidence-based practices
  • Spend .6 of your time delivering comprehensive OT interventions to students at a second elementary school, managing the entire OT caseload
• Develop, implement, and update individualized education plans (IEPs), documenting progress and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Support inclusion and participation of students within classroom, school routines, and activities

This contract opportunity is perfect for professionals seeking a meaningful and diverse educational setting with the chance to make a real difference during the fall semester. Take your expertise and passion for pediatric therapy into an environment where it is highly valued.

If you’re ready to step into a dynamic, supportive role this September, we encourage you to apply today and shape positive outcomes for students this school year!

Compensation for this position ranges from $33.78 to $53.78. 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.