Independent School-Based OT – Full-Time in Tacoma

AHS Staffing; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

AHS Staffing is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a full-time role in Tacoma, Washington for the 2026-2027 school year. The assignment runs 41 weeks with roughly 37.5–40 hours per week and pays $55–$66+ per hour.

This independent, school-based OT position serves secondary students with a workload of about 40–45 students. The schedule follows typical school hours, including a split focus: 3 weeks direct services and 1 week for paperwork and planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current or eligible Washington Occupational Therapist license.
• Washington ESA certification required.
• School-based internship completion for new graduates.
• Ability to manage an independent school-based caseload.
• Strong organization, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct OT services to secondary school students.
• Manage a school caseload of about 40–45 students.
• Balance direct services with documentation and planning in a 3/4 week cycle.
• Collaborate with school staff as needed.

Skills

Organization

Documentation

Communication

Education

OT degree (ACOTE accredited program)

Job description

AHS Staffing is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a full-time role in Tacoma, Washington for the 2026-2027 school year. The assignment runs 41 weeks with roughly 37.5–40 hours per week and pays $55–$66+ per hour.

This independent, school-based OT position serves secondary students with a workload of about 40–45 students. The schedule follows typical school hours, including a split focus: 3 weeks direct services and 1 week for paperwork and planning.