Occupational Therapist – School Setting - 26-00303

NavitsPartners • Tacoma, WA

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The School-Based Occupational Therapist provides in-person occupational therapy services to students in a K–8 educational setting. The therapist collaborates with educators, administrators, and families to support students’ functional, academic, and developmental needs in accordance with individualized education plans (IEPs) and applicable educational regulations.

Requirements

• Active Washington State Occupational Therapist license (required)
• Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certification (required)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a school-based or pediatric setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct occupational therapy services to K–8 students in a school environment
• Evaluate students’ fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and functional skills
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with educational goals
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary team planning
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in compliance with school and state guidelines
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support classroom-based interventions
• Provide recommendations for adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and strategies to enhance student participation
• Monitor student progress and adjust therapy interventions as needed
• Maintain compliance with state licensure requirements and educational standards

What This Job Offers

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