School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) | Merced, CA School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) | Merced, CA

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) | Merced, CA | 2026-2027 School Year About the Role We're seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team in Merced, CA for the full 2026-2027 school year. This is a contract, on-site position—not open to virtual/teletherapy providers. We welcome traveling therapists and out-of-state candidates willing to relocate for the assignment.

Position Details Start Date:

August 13, 2026

End Date:

June 4, 2027

Hours:

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Hourly Rate:

$55.00 - $70.00 / hour, based on experience

Caseload:

Moderate to severe disabilities

Setting:

Multiple school sites / itinerant travel required

Student Population:

K-12 Responsibilities Provide direct occupational therapy services to students with moderate to severe disabilities Travel between multiple school sites to serve assigned caseload Collaborate with teachers, IEP teams, and related service providers Maintain accurate service records and progress documentation Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development Qualifications Active California OT Licensure (required) California Teaching Credential (CTC) or eligible to obtain SEIS Service Tracker experience strongly preferred Previous school-based OT experience preferred Experience with moderate to severe caseloads preferred Comfortable with itinerant, multi-site assignments Travel & Relocation Traveling therapists encouraged to apply Mileage reimbursement available for site-to-site travel Benefits Health/Dental/Vision 401(k) / Retirement Paid Time Off Mileage Reimbursement Continuing Education Support Relocation Assistance Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled