School Occupational Therapist | Archbald, Pennsylvania

Job description

Take the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education by supporting students as a licensed Occupational Therapist in an onsite contract position. This role serves young learners in early childhood settings throughout Lackawanna County, offering a chance to contribute your expertise to help shape students development and engagement in school life.

Enjoy a part-time schedule of 21 hours per week, working 23 days, with the potential for the role to expand to 5 days as the school year progresses. Begin making a difference as soon as possible, with the contract extending through June 16, 2027.

Key Qualifications:

• Current, active Occupational Therapy license in Pennsylvania
• Experience in school-based settings strongly preferred
• Skilled in working with young children, especially within early childhood environments
• Ability to secure or provide required Pennsylvania clearances
• Strong communication abilities and a collaborative team approach
• Comfortable interviewing via Zoom

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver onsite occupational therapy services, adapting interventions to fit early childhood learning needs
• Design and implement individualized strategies to support students fine motor, sensory, and functional skills development
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to facilitate student progress and promote school participation
• Complete required documentation and progress reports in a timely, organized manner
• Participate in meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary planning
• Support students independence in classroom routines and daily activities

This contract role offers the stability of a multi-year assignment, an opportunity to support growth in young learners, and potential for increased hours throughout the calendar year. If you are ready to bring your skills to a rewarding environment and help children flourish, submit your application now to take the next step in your professional journey!