School Occupational Therapist | Bristol, Connecticut

Bristol, CT
Soliant Health Schools - OT Contract 18 days ago Apply

Bring your expertise as an Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to a rewarding school-based assignment supporting students in a district-wide role. This contract opportunity starts as soon as possible and covers an FMLA/maternity leave for approximately 12 weeks, with a strong likelihood of extension beyond the initial term. This is a full-time, district-wide position working with students from Pre-K through 12th grade. The daily schedule will range from 7 to 7.5 hours, pending final district confirmation.

What You’ll Need:

  • Active Connecticut OT license, or COTA license/certification (CT DPH License/NBCOT exam passed)
  • Reliable transportation to traverse district locations
  • Previous school-based OT/COTA experience strongly preferred
  • Experience supporting diverse student populations
  • Flexibility and commitment to a temporary assignment, with an understanding that extensions—while likely—cannot be guaranteed
  • Ability to collaborate within educational environments

What You’ll Do:

  • Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for students of all ages and abilities
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement student-centered treatment plans
  • Monitor, document, and communicate progress toward established goals
  • Provide support and guidance to teachers, staff, and families as needed
  • For COTAs: work under OT supervision, consistent with school and licensure requirements

What Makes This Role Unique:

  • Serve a wide range of students at multiple sites in the district, broadening your impact and experience
  • Virtual interview process for convenience and flexibility
  • A supportive, collaborative atmosphere among experienced professionals

If you’re committed to making a positive difference in students’ educational journeys and are open to a dynamic contract assignment, your skills are in demand. Apply today to play an essential role in student success during this important leave coverage!

Compensation for this position ranges from $37.64 to $57.64. 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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