Category Schools - OT Job Type Contract Step into a rewarding contract position supporting autistic students ages 3-12 with dedicated Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physical Therapy (PT) services in a collaborative school setting near Hyde Park, NY. Both Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) are encouraged to apply, with current openings available for COTAs.

Key Qualifications:

Valid certification or licensure as an OT or COTA (as applicable) School-based experience preferred, but not required Commitment to working with autistic children in elementary grade levels Strong communication and collaboration skills Comfortable utilizing electronic documentation systems

Responsibilities:

Provide approximately 8-9 individual therapy sessions per day, as scheduled by administration Deliver OT services to students 1-2 times weekly based on individualized needs Utilize provided equipment and therapeutic spaces, including treatment rooms and access to a large gym Enter session notes and maintain backup documentation electronically (laptop provided) Participate in team meetings and collaborative transdisciplinary planning Engage in preparation time for meetings, planning, and documentation, each morning and afternoon Deliver services in individual and, as appropriate, push-in classroom formats to foster generalization of skills Embrace a child-centered approach, informed by sensory processing principles

Perks:

Structured daily schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-3:00pm (includes 30-minute lunch)

Hours:

32.5 per week No scheduling management—administration handles all appointments Dedicated therapy spaces and on-site equipment provided Two days of behavior management training and comprehensive orientation Ongoing professional development and team-based support If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference for children in a supportive, highly collaborative environment, we invite you to apply now and help shape positive outcomes for students and their families. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled