Occupational Therapist School Setting in Concord, NC

ProCare Therapy; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide school-based services across multiple sites in North Carolina on a maternity leave coverage contract. The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week) with travel between W.R. Odell, Mary Frances Wall Center, and other sites as needed.

The itinerant OT will collaborate with teachers and families to support student access to education. The ideal candidate holds an active NC OT license, has school-based experience, and can navigate ECATS

Qualifications

• Current, active North Carolina OT license required for licensure as an occupational therapist.
• Experience delivering school-based OT services, preferably in public school settings.
• Proficiency with ECATS or similar educational case management systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with ability to work across multiple locations.
• Experience with IEP development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services to support student access to educational programming.
• Assess, plan, and implement intervention strategies tailored to individual student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to optimize student outcomes.
• Document progress and maintain accurate records in line with school and state requirements.
• Travel between assigned schools as needed based on caseload and site rotation.

Skills

School-based OT

Strong communication

Organizational skills

IEP development experience

Education

North Carolina OT license

Tools

ECATS

Job description

Step into a rewarding opportunity supporting students growth and development as an Occupational Therapist in a dynamic school environment. This contract position is ideal for a Licensed OT in North Carolina eager to make a significant difference during a maternity leave coverage. The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week), anticipated to begin as soon as possible and tentatively running through January 31, 2027. As an itinerant OT, youll collaborate with multiple school sites, including W.R. Odell, Mary Frances Wall Center, and potentially others in the area.

Key Qualifications:

• Current, active North Carolina OT license (please provide a clear snapshot with your application)
• Experience performing school-based OT services, preferably within public school settings
• Proficiency using ECATS or similar educational case management systems
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with adaptability to work across multiple locations
• Previous experience with IEP development and interdisciplinary team collaboration is desirable

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to support student access to educational programming
• Assess, plan, and implement intervention strategies tailored to individual student needs
• Work closely with teachers, administrators, and families to optimize student outcomes
• Document progress and maintain accurate records in alignment with school and state requirements
• Travel between assigned schools as needed based on caseload and site rotation

This position offers the chance to join a supportive and professional educational team, foster student independence, and see the tangible impact of your expertise in action.