Occupational Therapist-The Chimes School

Chimes•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

The Chimes School is a nonpublic, MSDE-approved special education program serving students ages 5–21 with intellectual and developmental disabilities and a range of learning, behavioral, and medical needs. The Occupational Therapist helps students with complex needs thrive at school and beyond in a supportive, team-centered environment with clinical and behavioral services focused on independence, confidence, and life skills. The role evaluates students, prepares clear OT reports, develops and delivers IEP-aligned goals and intervention plans, and provides direct therapy. The Occupational Therapist also consults with classroom teams, recommends accommodations and modifications or assistive technology, maintains timely documentation, and collaborates in IEP meetings and school team planning.

Requirements

Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Current Maryland OT license, and certification or registration as required.
Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills.
Acceptable driving record, which may be required based on assignment.

Nice To Haves

Two years of OT experience preferred; school-based experience is a plus.
Experience and/or interest in working with children with multiple disabilities, such as Autism, Intellectual Disability, Emotional Disabilities, TBI, or neurological disorders.

Responsibilities

Evaluate students ages 5–21 and write clear OT reports.
Create and deliver IEP-aligned OT goals and intervention plans.
Provide direct therapy and consult with classroom teams to support participation and independence.
Recommend accommodations, task and environment modifications, and assistive technology as needed.
Maintain timely documentation.
Collaborate in IEP meetings and school team planning.