School Occupational Therapist | Jackson, New Jersey

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

An opportunity is available for a skilled Occupational Therapist to provide specialized services within a regional day school setting in Jackson, NJ. This contract position runs from July 1st through August 12th, with a work schedule from Monday to Thursday, 9:30 AM to 12:45 PM, and closed on July 6th. The role focuses exclusively on serving students enrolled in summer school programs (ESY) across grades PK-12.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized occupational therapy services to support students developmental and functional needs during the Extended School Year.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored intervention strategies.
• Maintain detailed documentation in compliance with program and regulatory standards.
• Participate in onsite meetings and coordinate with educators and staff to enhance student outcomes.

Desired Qualifications:

• Licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapist specializing in school-based practice.
• Experience working with children across early childhood through high school age ranges.
• Ability to effectively manage a caseload within a short-term summer program environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with educators and families.
• Commitment to onsite service delivery throughout the contract term.

Location:This role is based onsite at a regional day school facility in Jackson, New Jersey, ensuring direct access to students and collaboration with the school community.

Benefits:The position offers a focused, part-time contract during the summer months ideal for professionals seeking meaningful work in pediatric occupational therapy within an educational setting.

Qualified candidates interested in providing impactful care to support student success in this unique summer program are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this opportunity.

Compensation for this position ranges from $42.84 to $62.84. 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.