School Occupational Therapist | Kansas City, Missouri

School Occupational Therapist | Kansas City, Missouri 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Kansas City, MO 64116 Part-time, Contract BlazerJobs 9 reviews Part-time, Contract Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. Enhance your career as a contract Occupational Therapist supporting students in a vibrant educational setting near Kansas City, MO. Step into a meaningful role providing vital OT services during Extended School Year (ESY) programming, working closely with K-12 students across multiple buildings. This position offers the flexibility of part-time hours while making a significant impact during the summer session and the possibility to extend into the upcoming school year.

Key Qualifications:

Hold a current Missouri Occupational Therapy (OT) license. Demonstrated experience in a school-based OT setting and familiarity with working across elementary and secondary grades (K-12). Comfortable with significant local travel between multiple school buildings. Ability to manage a weekly caseload totaling 600 service minutes. Excellent communication and collaboration skills for partnering with educational staff, students, and families.

Responsibilities:

Provide direct occupational therapy services to K-12 students as part of ESY (June 1-25), Monday through Thursday. Travel between multiple education buildings to deliver scheduled therapy sessions. Assess, plan, and implement individualized therapy strategies to support each student's educational goals. Document student progress and maintain required records in compliance with district and state guidelines. Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, as needed. Potential opportunity to extend coverage for the first few weeks of the new school year in August/September. This part-time contract position involves approximately 22-25 hours per week, offering a unique schedule that supports work-life balance. Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom for your convenience. If you're a Missouri-licensed OT looking for an impactful and flexible opportunity, apply today to play a vital role in empowering student success! #p31