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School Based Occupational Therapist
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$90,843 / year median in Minnesota
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Position Details:
Location:
North Minneapolis area,Minnesota Employment Type:
Full-Time, Contract Start Date:
Approximately September 2, 2026End Date:
Approximately February 1, 2027Schedule:
Monday-Friday Hours:
37.5 hours per weekSetting:
School-Based Caseload:
Services provided across 4 high schoolsPosition Type:
Temporary school-year assignmentResponsibilities:
Provide occupational therapy services according to student IEP goals and individualized needs Conduct evaluations and contribute to assessment processes as appropriate Develop and implement intervention plans to support student progress Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student outcomes Address areas such as fine motor development, sensory needs, functional skills, and participation in school activities Maintain documentation, progress reports, and compliance requirementsQualifications:
Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Active Minnesota Occupational Therapist license required or eligibility to obtain licensure School-based or pediatric experience preferred, but not required Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills Why Apply? Consistent full-time school schedule Opportunity to work with high school students across multiple campuses Collaborative and supportive school environment Meaningful role helping students reach educational and functional goals Submit your current resume today to be considered for this Occupational Therapist opportunity. Interviews are currently being scheduled.A school district in the North Minneapolis area is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time school-based opportunity during the 2026-2027 school year. This position offers the opportunity to support high school students across multiple campuses while working within a collaborative and student-focused educational environment. The selected candidate will partner with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to help students strengthen the skills needed for academic participation, independence, and success in the school setting.