Occupational Therapist

Temporary Staffing Professionals; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TSP Ed Co is hiring an Occupational Therapist to support students in a Tucson, AZ school setting. The OT will provide services, conduct evaluations, and develop goals to build fine motor, sensory, self-care, and classroom participation skills.

Ideal candidates have an accredited OT degree, Arizona licensure, and experience with children; school-based experience is a plus. Strong collaboration with teachers and families is essential for student success.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active OT license/credential valid in Arizona.
• Experience with children or adolescents; school-based experience preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services to students individually or in small groups.
• Conduct evaluations to identify OT needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment goals.
• Support fine motor, sensory, self-care, and classroom participation skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers.
• Document progress toward goals and participate in IEP meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Documentation

Compassionate demeanor

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy

Active OT license for Arizona

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Make an Impact Where It Matters

TSP Ed Co is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team and support students in a school setting in Tucson, AZ.

This is a great opportunity for an OT who enjoys working directly with students, building meaningful relationships, and helping children develop the fine motor, sensory, self-care, and functional skills they need to be successful at school.

What You'll Do

• Providing occupational therapy services to students individually and/or in small groups
• Conducting evaluations and assessments to identify students' occupational therapy needs
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment goals and interventions
• Supporting students with fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, and visual-motor skills
• Helping students develop functional, self-care, and classroom participation skills
• Monitoring and documenting student progress toward individualized goals
• Collaborating with teachers, special education staff, families, and other related service providers
• Participating in IEP meetings and contributing to student programming and goals
• Recommending strategies, accommodations, and adaptive equipment to support student success
• Maintaining student confidentiality and following all school and TSP Ed Co policies

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist license/credential appropriate for practice in Arizona
• Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Experience working with children or adolescents preferred
• School-based and/or special education experience is a plus
• Knowledge of pediatric occupational therapy, sensory processing, and developmental needs
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to helping students succeed
• Ability to meet all applicable school, licensing, and employment requirements

Why TSP Ed Co?

At TSP Ed Co, we believe the professionals supporting students deserve to feel supported, too. Our team provides ongoing communication, responsive support, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact within the school communities we serve.

If you're an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding school-based opportunity in the Tucson, AZ area, we'd love to connect with you.