Occupational Therapist School Setting in Saint Paul, MN
Job Description
Embark on a rewarding full-time contract assignment centered on providing Occupational Therapy services within an educational environment. Starting September 9th and continuing through November 30th, you’ll play a crucial role as a long-term substitute, supporting students and staff across two elementary school settings near Saint Paul, MN.
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- Valid Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure for Minnesota schools
- Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric therapy setting
- Strong ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with teachers, students, and families
- Experience supervising or working alongside COTAs is highly preferred
- Flexibility to adapt to the unique needs of both center-based autism programs and general education environments
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide direct and consultative OT services at two elementary campuses:
- Allocate .4 of your schedule to a center-based autism classroom, supervising a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) and ensuring supportive, evidence-based practices
- Spend .6 of your time delivering comprehensive OT interventions to students at a second elementary school, managing the entire OT caseload
- Develop, implement, and update individualized education plans (IEPs), documenting progress and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- Support inclusion and participation of students within classroom, school routines, and activities
This contract opportunity is perfect for professionals seeking a meaningful and diverse educational setting with the chance to make a real difference during the fall semester. Take your expertise and passion for pediatric therapy into an environment where it is highly valued.
If you’re ready to step into a dynamic, supportive role this September, we encourage you to apply today and shape positive outcomes for students this school year!
Compensation for this position ranges from $33.78 to $53.78. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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