Occupational Therapist School Setting - Chula Vista, CA

ProCare Therapy; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide school-based services across multiple sites near Chula Vista, CA. This full-time contract supports students’ educational progress and daily success for the remainder of the academic year.

Ideal candidates hold a CA OT license and have experience in schools, with strong communication and collaboration skills. Travel between campuses is required, and immediate interview opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Valid California Occupational Therapist license (OT) is required.
• Experience in a school environment is highly desirable.
• Ability to manage a dynamic caseload across multiple campuses.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to different environments and student needs.
• Commitment to inclusive, positive learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess student needs and develop customized intervention plans.
• Deliver direct therapy services in individual or small groups.
• Collaborate with special education teams, teachers, and families.
• Document treatment goals, progress, and educational compliance.
• Support teacher and staff training when needed.
• Travel between assigned school sites as scheduled.

Skills

Licensing & Compliance

Communication Skills

Caseload Management

Collaboration

Documentation

Flexibility

Job description

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity providing occupational therapy services to students across multiple school sites close to Chula Vista, CA. This full-time position offers hands‑on involvement in the educational progress and daily success of students from various backgrounds. The assignment begins as soon as possible and continues through the end of the academic year.

This role is an excellent fit for Occupational Therapists with a passion for supporting children and educators in a collaborative school setting. You will have opportunities to make a visible difference while experiencing day‑to‑day variety through service at multiple locations.

Qualifications & Experience Sought:

• Valid California Occupational Therapist license (OT)
• Previous experience in a school environment is highly desirable
• Ability to manage a dynamic caseload across different campuses
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to different environments and student needs
• Dedication to fostering inclusive, positive learning environments

Role Responsibilities:

• Assess and identify students needs to develop customized intervention plans
• Deliver direct therapy services in individual or small group settings
• Collaborate with special education teams, teachers, and families
• Document treatment goals, progress, and compliance with educational standards
• Support teacher and staff training for classroom strategies when needed
• Travel between assigned school sites as scheduled

What Awaits You:

• Full-time contract for the remainder of the school year
• Immediate interview and placement opportunity
• Exposure to multiple school cultures and diverse caseloads
• Support from experienced education professionals
• Further details provided during an expedited interview process

Compensation for this position ranges from $38.86 to $68.86. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.