Occupational Therapist

Austill-S-Educational-Therapy-Services; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Austill’s Educational Therapy Services in Pennsylvania is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OTR) to support school‑age students (PreK–12) in a collaborative, classroom‑based setting for the 2026‑27 year. This role emphasizes fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional participation in the classroom.

The OTR will work within a multidisciplinary team, develop IEP goals, provide direct therapy, complete documentation, and travel between campus locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist license.
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexible scheduling aligned with school hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to PreK–12 students.
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success.
• Complete required documentation, including progress notes, IEP updates and annual reviews.
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Support student development in areas such as sensory integration and ADLs.
• Travel between school locations during the school day (if applicable).

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Organization

Education

Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist License

Job description

Snapshot:

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist (OTR) to work 5 days per week with school age children in the Coatesville, PA area for the 2026-27 school year. Specialized classroom setting with highly collaborative school-based team!

Job Summary

An Occupational Therapist (OTR) provides school-based therapy services to students from preschool through 12th grade. This role focuses on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional participation in the classroom through direct therapy, IEP implementation, and collaboration with school teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students (PreK–12)
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success
• Complete required documentation, including:
• Progress notes
• IEP updates and annual reviews
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Support student development in areas such as:
• Sensory integration
• Activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Travel between school locations during the school day (if applicable)

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist License
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling aligned with school hours
• Continuing education opportunities
• Clinical mentorship and support
• Streamlined documentation systems
• Access to healthcare and additional resources
• Leadership and advancement opportunities

About Austill’s Educational Therapy Services

Austill’s has provided school-based therapy services for over 40 years throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based services while supporting clinicians through mentorship, flexibility, and professional development. Check out our website to learn more! Austill's Educational Therapy Services

Additional Information

• All candidates must pass required background checks and clearances (within one year of start date)