School Occupational Therapist - Moreno Valley, California
Job Description
Bring your expertise as a dedicated Occupational Therapist to school communities near Moreno Valley, CA, supporting students across a broad range of ages and needs. This contract opportunity offers two distinct positions: one fulfilling full-time, full school year coverage, and another providing maternity leave coverage from August through the projected end date in March. You'll play a vital role in enhancing student independence and participation within educational settings.
Requirements for Success:
- Hold an active California Occupational Therapy license
- Possess recent experience within California schools
- Strong background working with K-12 students with mild to severe disabilities
- Skilled in administering the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency (BOT-3) and the Peabody Developmental Motor Scales
- Flexibility to manage a fluctuating caseload without set caps, adapting to changing assessment and consultation needs as they arise
- Talent for interpreting and utilizing data to address parent concerns and make thoughtful recommendations for services
- Self-motivated and highly organized, able to create and manage your own schedule autonomously in the field with limited district support
- Bilingual Spanish skills are highly valued, though not required
What You'll Do:
- Evaluate and provide occupational therapy services to students ages 3-22 with a variety of diagnoses
- Conduct assessments and re-assessments, completing all required documentation
- Travel between multiple sites as an itinerant provider (anticipated)
- Collaborate with educators, support staff, and families to promote best outcomes
- Communicate findings and recommendations effectively, addressing parent questions and concerns
Seize this chance to impact students’ development and success throughout their educational journey. Step confidently into a rewarding role with opportunities to work independently and make real, lasting differences in young lives. Submit your application today and start making meaningful connections in school-based occupational therapy!
Compensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. 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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