Occupational Therapist School Setting - Durham, NC
Durham, NC
Step into a rewarding contract role supporting students across multiple schools in western Wake County as a licensed Occupational Therapist. This school-based position, located near Durham, NC, is ideal for professionals eager to make a positive impact within educational settings, starting 30 days from offer with interviews taking place immediately. You’ll enjoy a full-time schedule, working year-round under a supportive, dynamic workload model that is reassessed monthly.
Key Qualifications:
- Valid Occupational Therapist license through the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT)
- Post-graduate OT degree (Master’s preferred)
- Demonstrable, post-fieldwork school-based OT experience required—fieldwork and graduate-level experience alone are not sufficient
- Prior experience in North Carolina schools highly preferred
- Background with ECATS and documented expertise managing IEPs in educational contexts
- Proficient with Sensory Processing Measure–2 (SPM-2), Sensory Profile 2, and commonly used standardized OT assessments in schools
- Confident in interpreting assessment results and connecting functional skills to students’ educational programs and state standards
- Willingness to complete NPI registration, NC Tracks setup, DCDEE fingerprinting, and required district background checks prior to start
Responsibilities:
- Serve students across elementary, middle, and high school campuses on the west side of the county
- Conduct motor screenings, OT evaluations, and provide school-based interventions aligned to students’ IEPs
- Document services with accuracy and clarity, supporting compliance and student progress
- Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to tailor interventions for diverse student needs
- Manage caseloads within a workload model, with support from district and team leads
This opportunity provides an engaging, collaborative environment where your expertise directly contributes to student success. If you possess the required school-based experience and meet the outlined qualifications, your next impactful role is ready and waiting. Submit your application now to take the next step in your career and make a difference in students’ educational journeys!
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