School Occupational Therapist - Destrehan, Louisiana
Destrehan, LA
Make an impact supporting students’ growth by providing Occupational Therapy services across a diverse K-12 setting. This onsite contract opportunity is located near Destrehan, LA, and spans the current school year through late May 2027. You’ll collaborate closely with school staff, deliver services to a large, varied caseload, and play a key part in improving students’ participation in academic and daily school activities.
Key Qualifications:
- Valid and active Occupational Therapy (OT) state license
- Experience delivering OT interventions, ideally in K-12 school environments
- Comfortable with an itinerant model, traveling between schools as needed
- Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage a caseload of 75-100 students, serving all grade levels
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for students of all abilities
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide onsite OT evaluations and ongoing therapy for students across multiple schools
- Develop individualized plans and adapt interventions in coordination with teachers and other education staff
- Track and report progress to IEP teams, meeting all required compliance and documentation standards
- Educate families and staff on strategies to support students’ functional independence
- Contribute to a collaborative and dynamic school-based therapy team
- Adjust to changing schedules and locations, maintaining high standards of care and professionalism
Enjoy a structured Monday-Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, allowing for work-life balance and consistent support for students and staff.
Shape student success as an itinerant Occupational Therapist in a welcoming, growth-focused school environment. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding contract role and help empower students, we welcome your application. Submit your resume to be considered for this opportunity!
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