Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based – Oregon

Princeton Staffing Solutions•Salem, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Princeton Staffing Solutions is seeking a school-based Occupational Therapist to provide related therapy services to students in a public K–12 school setting in Salem, Oregon. The role supports students receiving special education services in their physical, emotional, sensory, and self-care development so they can work toward their IEP goals. The position is in person and scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, with an ASAP start and an assignment end date of June 2027. A minimum of six months of post-graduate school-based OT experience serving K–12 students is required. The Occupational Therapist assesses students’ fine motor, visual-motor, perceptual, sensory-motor, and self-care skills; collaborates with educational teams and families; develops and implements measurable IEP goals; and provides therapy in individual, group, or consultative formats according to IEP requirements. The role also includes documentation, progress reporting, and supporting students’ independence and participation in the academic environment.

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.
At least six months of post-graduate school-based OT experience with K–12 grade levels.
Educational/Teacher Certification if mandated by state guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pediatrics, sensory integration, or neurodevelopmental therapy.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Prior experience working in school-based OT roles.
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 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.