Occupational Therapist School Setting - Clayton, NC

Step into a rewarding contract role supporting students as a key member of a dynamic school-based occupational therapy team. This position is located within a respected district on the western side of Wake County, NC. You’ll collaborate with educators and families to impact students across elementary, middle, and high school campuses, operating within a progressive workload model that adapts to real-time demands.

Key Qualifications:

• Must hold an active Occupational Therapy license in North Carolina (NCBOT)
• Post-grad degree in Occupational Therapy required; master’s degree preferred
• Mandatory school-based OT experience; background in North Carolina schools highly valued
• Skilled in ECATS documentation and managing IEPs
• Comfortable working within a workload model and discussing caseload needs
• Proficiency with Sensory Processing Measure–2 (SPM-2) and Sensory Profile 2 assessments
• Strong grasp of direct OT evaluation, functional skill assessment, and interpreting results in the context of state educational standards
• Experienced with standardized occupational therapy assessments for school-aged populations
• Must complete DCDEE fingerprinting, Wake district background check, secure NPI number, and register with NC Tracks

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to students, ranging from elementary to high school age
• Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations, including screenings and documentation of services provided
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Partner closely with multidisciplinary school teams, parents, and administrators
• Maintain organized, timely documentation and contribute to monthly workload reassessment meetings

Perks:

• Full-time, year-round track totaling approximately 37.5–40 hours weekly
• Opportunities for ongoing professional growth in a structured, supportive environment
• Access to district resources and collaboration within a peer network

Interviews are underway immediately, and the role officially starts 30 days from offer. If you're a dedicated OT ready to drive meaningful change for students and thrive in a collaborative school environment, submit your application today!