Local Contract Occupational Therapist - $46-58 per hour

Cross Country Education; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 96,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (Medical, Dental, & V​

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

Weekly pay with bonuses

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract Occupational Therapist for a Bridgeport, CT assignment. The OT will serve K–12 students, perform evaluations, develop therapy plans, and monitor progress across one or two campuses.

Collaboration with teachers, families, and teams is required, with emphasis on accurate documentation and meeting school standards. The role offers a 41‑week contract with 40 hours weekly and an 8‑hour shift.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (MOT) or equivalent accredited OT program.
• Valid Connecticut Occupational Therapist (OT) License.
• Experience providing OT services in a K–12 school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students across one or two assigned school campuses.
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized therapy plans, and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student goals and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Maintain accurate documentation while ensuring services meet professional and school-based standards.

Skills

Occupational Therapist

Education

MOT or equivalent

Job description

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 41 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Make a difference where it matters most—in the lives of students. Join Cross Country Education as an Occupational Therapist in Bridgeport, CT, and help K–12 students build the skills, confidence, and independence they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Position Overview

Provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students across one or two assigned school campuses.

Conduct evaluations, develop individualized therapy plans, and monitor student progress.

Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student goals and recommend appropriate interventions.

Maintain accurate documentation while ensuring services meet professional and school-based standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (MOT) or equivalent accredited OT program
• Valid Connecticut Occupational Therapist (OT) License
• Experience providing occupational therapy services in a K–12 school setting preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $46.10 - $58.40 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as an Occupational Therapist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long‑term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full‑time schedule with 35 hours per week and paid sick leave.

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

About Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is educator‑led, student‑driven and solutions‑oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.