School Occupational Therapist Bridgeprep Academy, Inc. - 2.7 Hollywood, FL Job Details Part-time $95 an hour 8 hours ago
Qualifications Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Job Title:
School Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)
Location:
Hollywood, FL (BridgePrep Academy Broward - 1100 Hillcrest Dr)
Position Type:
Part-Time, Hourly /
Contract Reports To:
Principal or ESE Coordinator About Us BridgePrep Academy , supported by SMART Management , delivers a student-centered academic experience enriched by an extended Spanish language program across Florida. We are dedicated to building a growth-oriented community where every student is known, supported, and given the tools needed to succeed academically and socially. Position Overview BridgePrep Academy Broward is seeking a compassionate, licensed School Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Exceptional Student Education (ESE) team on a part-time basis. In this role, you will evaluate and support students who require therapy to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, handwriting, self-regulation, and visual-motor integration—ensuring they can fully participate in daily classroom routines and achieve their academic potential.
Key Responsibilities Direct Service Delivery:
Provide direct individual and small-group occupational therapy sessions to ESE students according to their IEP specifications.
Evaluations & Eligibility:
Conduct functional OT assessments and evaluations to identify student needs and establish educational relevance for therapy services.
IEP Leadership & Compliance:
Formulate measurable fine-motor, visual-motor, and sensory-based IEP goals; maintain accurate therapy logs and attend IEP meetings.
Classroom Accommodations:
Recommend adaptive tools, pencil grips, flexible seating, sensory strategies, and environmental modifications to support general and special education teachers.
Family Engagement:
Partner with families to provide progress updates, home exercises, and practical strategies to support student development outside of school. Key Success Metrics 100%
Compliance:
Deliver all required service minutes, progress reports, and compliance documentation on time and without error.
Goal Achievement:
Document measurable progress toward individualized student fine-motor and functional goals.
Effective Collaboration:
Proactively consult with teachers, ESE coordinators, and related service providers to maximize student inclusion.
Requirements & Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
Licensure:
Active Florida Occupational Therapist (OT) License issued by the Florida Department of Health.
Experience:
Previous pediatric or school-based OT experience strongly preferred.
Clearance:
Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse (HB 531).
References:
Must provide three professional reference checks, including at least one direct supervisor.