Occupational Therapist

Onward Edu; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Network of schools

Streamlined hiring

Ongoing advocacy

Recruiting support

Professional growth

Job summary

Onward Education is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to support a preschool program in Norfolk County, MA for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a part-time, in-person role with about 19-20 hours per week.

Start date ASAP; End date 12/4/2026 with potential extension. You'll collaborate with school staff, implement therapies to improve fine motor and classroom participation, and maintain proper documentation.

Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts Occupational Therapist licensure.
• Prior experience delivering occupational therapy services to children.
• Ability to provide in-person services within a preschool program across two on-site locations/buildings.
• Working knowledge of services and documentation tied to IEP and/or 504 supports, a plus.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with school staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services aligned to student learning and functional participation needs.
• Support development of fine motor and classroom-access skills using age-appropriate therapeutic strategies.
• Recommend and implement adaptations, tools, or strategies to improve student access and independence in school routines.
• Collaborate with educators and school teams to carry over strategies within classroom environments.
• Evaluate needs, track progress toward plan goals, and maintain required documentation.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Therapy planning

Education

Massachusetts OT license

Tools

IEP/504 knowledge

Documentation systems

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We're currently seeking a part-time, in-person Occupational Therapist to support a school in Norfolk County, MA for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: 12/4/2026 - may extend
• Location: Norfolk County, MA
• In-person, 19-20 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027

Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts Occupational Therapist licensure.
• Prior experience delivering occupational therapy services to children.
• Ability to provide in-person services within a preschool program across two on-site locations/buildings.
• Working knowledge of services and documentation tied to IEP and/or 504 supports, a plus.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with school staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services aligned to student learning and functional participation needs.
• Support development of fine motor and classroom-access skills using age-appropriate therapeutic strategies.
• Recommend and implement adaptations, tools, or strategies to improve student access and independence in school routines.
• Collaborate with educators and school teams to carry over strategies within classroom environments.
• Evaluate needs, track progress toward plan goals, and maintain required documentation.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.