Occupational Therapist (School Services) - $50-60 per hour

Cross Country Education; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

Housing stipend

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

You will provide occupational therapy services to students, evaluate needs, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams. The role emphasizes monitoring progress and helping students build school and daily living skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field.
• Active Occupational Therapy license or certification.
• Pediatric or school-based OT experience is appreciated.
• New graduates who have received their licensure are welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to support students’ academic and functional needs.
• Evaluate students and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Help students build skills for success at school and in everyday activities.

Skills

Collaboration with teachers

Student assessment

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Active OT license

Job description

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: School Services
• Duration: 41 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Your next OT opportunity could be closer than you think! Let’s find a position that fits your career goals and lifestyle.
Cross Country Education is building our team of Occupational Therapists (OTs) for current and upcoming school-based opportunities in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Whether you're an experienced school-based OT or a newly licensed graduate looking for a supportive environment to grow, we can help you find an opportunity that aligns with your experience and schedule.
Why Join Cross Country Education?
Competitive Pay: Earn $50.00–$60.00 per hour, based on assignment type, experience, and qualifications, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
Predictable Schedules: Assignments typically offer 37.5–40 hours per week, with no weekend requirements.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) match, and paid sick leave available within 30 days.
Traveler-Friendly Opportunities: Eligible travelers may receive housing, meal, and material stipends, along with licensing and CEU reimbursement.
Professional Support: Work with a team dedicated to helping you find an assignment that matches your professional goals and preferences.

What You’ll Do

• Provide occupational therapy services to support students’ academic and functional needs.
• Evaluate students and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Help students build skills for success at school and in everyday activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field
• Active Occupational Therapy license or certification
• Pediatric or school-based Occupational Therapy experience is appreciated
• New graduates who have received their licensure are welcome to apply!

Explore opportunities with Cross Country Education. Visit www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2

Cross Country Education Job ID #a2m98f7l2to6. Posted job title: School Occupational Therapist

About Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.