Occupational Therapist

Therapeds Partners; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Stipend for health benefits and taxes

Professional development

Supportive TheraPeds network

Guaranteed hours

Bi-monthly salary deposits

W-2 employee or 1099 contractor

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based role in Scotch Plains, NJ. The position serves PreK-8 students with a focus on direct therapy, evaluations, and IEP development.

The OT will collaborate with educators, therapists, and parents, providing assessments, planning, and case management while delivering care within a supportive district framework.

Qualifications

• BS, Master's, OTD, or PhD in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
• State License as Occupational Therapist.
• NBCOT certification/licensing.
• Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required.
• Experience working with children.
• Strong background in Sensory Integration.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in use of technology.
• Fingerprint background clearance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with tact and discretion in communications.

Responsibilities

• Direct therapy and consultation for PreK-8 students.
• Develop and monitor IEPs, conduct assessments and progress evaluations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and families.

Skills

Child experience

Sensory Integration

Communication

Organization

Technology proficiency

Education

OT degree (BS/MS/OTD/PhD)

Job description

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide Occupational Therapy (OT) services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy (OT) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

Requirements

Job Description and Responsibilities

This is a part-time, on-site role as an Occupational Therapist (OT) serving a school located in Scotch Plains, NJ.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting assessments, developing IEP plans, evaluating progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Job Details

• Part-time, 18-22hours/week
• 2026-2027 school year, (September- May)
• PreK-8 grades
• Job duties: direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, case management
• Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time
• On-site, in-person
• Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
• Manageable caseloads
• $55- $70+/hour ($1,155- $1470+/week)
  

Qualifications

• BS, Master's, OTD, or PhD in Occupational Therapy degree from an accredited university
• State License as Occupational Therapist
• NBCOT License
• Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required
• Experience working with children
• Strong foundation in Sensory Integration and ability to identify and analyze areas of developmental and sensory-motor dysfunction
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in use of technology
• Fingerprint background clearance
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications
  

Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Guaranteed hours
• Bi-monthly salary deposits
• This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor
  

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Scotch Plains, NJ. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school occupational therapist jobs near me, New Jersey school OT positions, or full-time pediatric OT roles in schools with guaranteed hours.