Occupational Therapist - Early Intervention

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Federal student loan forgiveness

PSERS retirement system

Paid time off

Job summary

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work within the Office of Early Childhood Services, serving children ages 3 to 5. The role requires PA OT licensure, a bachelor’s degree with a master’s preferred, and relevant background checks.

Travel across Montgomery County is expected; interview location will determine specifics. The position offers a competitive salary schedule and benefits as part of a regional education service agency committed to early

Qualifications

• Valid PA state license as an Occupational Therapist (OT) required.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Current police, child abuse and FBI Fingerprint clearances required.
• Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by MCIU upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect service to children ages 3 to 5 years old.
• Evaluate and/or assess student skills during initial or re-evaluation to determine need for related services.
• Collaborate and communicate with MDE/IEP team.
• Develop, revise and monitor progress of IEP goals.

Skills

OT license (PA)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

A vacancy exists for an Occupational Therapist to work within the Office of Early Childhood Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. This position will provide services to children ages 3 to 5 years old.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania state license as an Occupational Therapist (OT) required
• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred
• Current police, child abuse and FBI Fingerprint clearances required
• Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by MCIU upon hire)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect service to children ages 3 to 5 years old
• Evaluate and/or assess student skills during initial or re-evaluation to determine need for related services
• Collaborate and communicate with MDE/IEP team
• Develop, revise and monitor progress of IEP goals.

Location

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is located in Norristown, PA and services children throughout Montgomery County, PA. Our Early Intervention Program is split on school district lines into four (4) regions within Montgomery County. Position requires travel, location will be determined during the interview process. For additional information about Early Intervention, please visit: https://mciu.org/office-of-early-childhood-services/early-intervention.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 12 months (194 days/year)

2026-2027 Salary

• Bachelor's: $56,694/year
• Master's: $68,008/year
• Placement on salary schedule based on experience and/or education beyond the Master's Degree.

About Us

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

Why Should You Apply

The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees' Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

Key Words

Occupational Therapy OT

School District

Montgomery County