School-Based Occupational Therapist

Cross Country Education • Norwalk, CT

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About The Position

Cross Country Education is hiring a School-Based Occupational Therapist in Norwalk, Connecticut, to provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students. The role supports students’ participation in education, functional skills, individual needs, and development of greater independence and success in and beyond the classroom.

The Occupational Therapist conducts evaluations, develops individualized therapy goals and interventions, monitors student progress, and maintains accurate documentation. The role collaborates with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success and help students generalize skills across school environments. Services must align with professional and school-based standards.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid Connecticut Occupational Therapist (OT) license.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• School-based or pediatric occupational therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students.
• Support students’ educational participation, functional skills, and individual needs.
• Conduct evaluations and develop individualized therapy goals and interventions.
• Monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success and promote generalization of skills across school environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure services align with professional and school-based standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid sick leave.
• Weekly pay.
• Opportunities for bonuses and incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time