Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based – Florida

Princeton Staffing Solutions • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Princeton Staffing Solutions is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to provide related therapy services in a public school setting in Sarasota, Florida. The role supports K–12 students receiving special education services, helping them develop physical, emotional, sensory, and self-care skills and achieve their IEP goals. The therapist evaluates student needs, collaborates with educational teams and families, develops and implements individualized goals, delivers therapy in individual, group, or consultative formats, and documents progress. The assignment is listed as a W2 local or travel contract, with an ASAP start and an end date of May 28, 2027, for 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Valid state Occupational Therapy license.
• Educational/Teacher Certification if mandated by state guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a school-based Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in pediatrics, sensory integration, and neurodevelopmental therapy.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Understanding of IDEA and state-specific special education regulations.
• Skill in writing and executing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Familiarity with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, and other disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments using diagnostic tools to evaluate fine motor, visual-motor, perceptual, sensory-motor, and self-care skills.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams, including teachers, therapists, and families.
• Develop and implement IEPs with measurable goals and objectives tailored to each student's needs.
• Deliver therapy sessions through individual, group, or consultative models based on IEP requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.
• Support student independence and participation in the academic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay packages.
• Weekly direct deposit.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with PPO and HMO options.
• 401(k) plan.
• Licensure reimbursement.
• CEU reimbursement.
• Referral bonuses.
• Flexible assignment options, including full-time, part-time, in-person, hybrid, and teletherapy.
• Clinical Fellow supervision for CF-OT/CF-SLP.
• Clinical management support.
• Nationwide opportunities.

What This Job Offers