School Occupational Therapist

About This Role

This contract role involves supporting students in a dynamic school environment by providing vital Occupational Therapy services to a caseload of 50-60 students. Services will be delivered through a mix of individual, small group, and push-in settings, adapting to the needs outlined in each student's IEP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and provide direct therapy based on IEP mandates
• Design and implement individualized and group interventions
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to support student goals
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in accordance with school and state policies

Requirements

• Active and valid occupational therapy certification/license specific to Alabama (candidates must be able to provide proof)
• Comfortable providing therapy to diverse student groups in both individual and group settings
• Strong understanding of IEP process and documentation
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Flexibility to travel between four school sites in the Birmingham area
• Must be available for on-site work only

Nice to have:

• Prior experience working in schools or with pediatric populations

Benefits

• Meaningful role within a collaborative educational setting
• Consistent assignment with regular daytime hours
• Opportunity to build relationships across multiple school communities

Important Details

• Schedule: standard school-day schedule from 7:45 am to 3:45 pm
• Start date: immediately
• Contract: lasts through June 10
• Locations: four school locations near Birmingham, AL