Occupational Therapist School Setting in Missouri City, TX

Soliant; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Soliant is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for a full-time, on-site contract in the southwest Houston area, serving students aged 3–21 across 6–7 schools. Work is 37.5 hours weekly, with a rotating schedule and ARD participation.

Responsibilities include delivering OT services per IEPs, maintaining documentation, and traveling between campuses while meeting district credentialing requirements. Contract runs Aug 11, 2026 to May 26, 2027.

Qualifications

• Current and active Texas OT licensure is required.
• Experience in school/pediatric settings strongly preferred.
• Experience conducting evaluations and participating in IEP/ARD processes.
• State fingerprinting/background check required.
• Must not be a former employee of the district nor terminated from a school district previously.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services aligned with student IEPs.
• Maintain accurate records and progress reports.
• Travel between assigned schools within the zone.
• Attend and contribute to ARD meetings.
• Ensure compliance with district credentialing and documentation requirements.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Texas OT licensure

Job description

Job Description

An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated Occupational Therapist ready for a rewarding contract role in a supportive school environment near Missouri City, TX. This full-time, on-site position runs from August 11, 2026, through May 26, 2027, serving students ranging in age from 3 to 21 in the southwest Houston area.

You’ll provide services across 6 to 7 schools within a defined geographical zone tailored to your ZIP code for a manageable commute. Use the district office as your home base before traveling to support your assigned campuses. Focus on a balanced caseload—around 70 total students, with about 30 to 40 receiving direct services. Many students will be seen on a rotating schedule rather than weekly, ensuring a dynamic workload and the chance to make a lasting impact. You’ll conduct evaluations, participate in ARD meetings, and utilize SHARES School Health and Onward software, documenting progress through Excel logs.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current and active Texas OT licensure required
• Extensive previous experience in school or pediatric settings strongly preferred (highly qualified COTA’s with multiple years of relevant experience may be considered)
• Experience conducting evaluations and participating in IEP/ARD processes
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
• State fingerprinting/background check required
• Must not be a former employee of the district nor terminated from a school district previously

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services in alignment with student IEPs
• Maintain accurate records and progress reports
• Travel between assigned schools within your zone
• Attend and contribute to ARD meetings
• Ensure compliance with all district credentialing and documentation requirements

This full-time role operates Monday through Friday (37.5 hours/week), typically between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. If you’re passionate about providing high-quality OT services to diverse learners and thrive in an ever-changing school environment, and start making a difference this upcoming school year!