Occupational Therapist School Setting - Birmingham, AL

Soliant; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Soliant is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist for a contract-based role supporting schools near Birmingham, AL. You will work onsite across four sites, delivering services tailored to IEP goals and ensuring compliance with school requirements.

The role runs from ASAP through June 10, with 30-minute sessions and caseloads of 50–60 students, using individual, small group, and push-in models, following school hours (7:45 am–3:45 pm).

Qualifications

• Active Alabama Occupational Therapy certification and licensure required.
• Experience delivering OT services in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of IEP processes and compliance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff, special educators, and families.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Commitment to in-person, onsite services (remote work not available).

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy to students as specified in IEPs.
• Deliver therapy through individual, small group, and push-in modalities.
• Maintain thorough session documentation and progress reports.
• Consult with teachers and team members to support student success in the classroom.
• Participate in IEP meetings, providing expertise and recommendations.

Skills

OT certification

School setting experience

IEP processes

Collaboration with staff

Communication skills

Onsite service

Education

Alabama OT license

Job description

An exciting opportunity awaits skilled Occupational Therapists seeking a dynamic contract-based role supporting schools near Birmingham, AL. Step into a rewarding position working across four educational sites, where you will play a key part in helping students achieve their fullest potential.

This assignment is set to begin as soon as possible and runs until June 10. You’ll work onsite with caseloads of 50-60 students, employing a blend of service delivery models—individual, small group, and in-class (“push-in”) support—tailored to each student’s IEP needs. Sessions are scheduled for 30 minutes, with frequencies ranging from weekly to monthly. Your schedule will follow school hours, from 7:45 am to 3:45 pm.

Qualifications & Experience

• Active, valid Alabama Occupational Therapy certification and licensure (documentation required)
• Background in delivering OT services within a school setting
• Strong understanding of IEP processes and compliance
• Confidence in collaborating with school staff, special educators, and families
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Commitment to in-person, onsite services (remote work not available for this position)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy to students as specified in IEPs
• Adapt and deliver therapy through individual, small group, and push-in modalities
• Maintain thorough session documentation and progress reports
• Consult with teachers and team members to support student success within the classroom environment
• Participate in IEP meetings, providing expertise and recommendations

Working in this collaborative school environment provides a chance to make a lasting impact on students’ lives and to further develop your clinical and educational skills.

If you are passionate about fostering student growth and meet the required licensure, seize this opportunity to contribute meaningfully in an educational setting.