School Occupational Therapist | Hillsborough, New Jersey
Hillsborough, NJ
Step into a rewarding role providing targeted occupational therapy services in a supportive school environment. This unique contract position focuses on delivering after-school compensatory sessions for a 3rd-grade student in need of tailored OT support. Located near Hillsborough, NJ, this opportunity offers flexible scheduling in coordination with the family and the chance to make a lasting impact on a student's educational journey.
Key Qualifications:
- Active New Jersey Occupational Therapist (OT) license required
- Previous experience working in a school setting or with pediatric populations preferred
- Strong understanding of IEP-based interventions and documentation
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with families and school teams
- Ability to coordinate flexible after-school sessions
Primary Responsibilities:
- Conduct compensatory OT sessions after 3:30 PM to fulfill 5.5 owed hours (11 sessions, 30 minutes each)
- Deliver ongoing weekly OT services per current IEP (1 session x 30 minutes weekly)
- Support the transition to reduced OT frequency in November (1 session per month, 30 minutes)
- Develop individualized treatment plans and maintain accurate, compliant documentation
- Communicate progress and strategies with families and educators
- Adapt sessions and interventions to meet the evolving needs of the student
What Makes This Role Unique:
- Flexible after-school hours—coordinate directly with the family for scheduling
- Ongoing assignment with a clear service structure and manageable caseload (single student focus)
- Opportunity to contribute to a student’s growth through both compensatory and stepped-down IEP services
If you’re passionate about helping children succeed in an educational setting and value flexibility, this opportunity is designed for you. Apply today to take the next step in your school-based occupational therapy career!
Compensation for this position ranges from $37.84 to $67.84. 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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