Occupational Therapist School Setting in Oxnard, CA

ProCare Therapy; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing provided

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a school-based Occupational Therapist to support preschoolers (ages 3-5) across multiple sites. You will partner with another SLP on site and deliver individualized and group OT services focused on developing essential early education skills.

Start as soon as possible, with a long-term contract through June 17, 2026, and potential for continued opportunities. Travel between sites is required; enrollment includes healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals.

Qualifications

• Valid state OT licensure or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience or interest in working with preschool children (3–5 years).
• School-based therapy background, preferably in early childhood settings.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload across multiple sites.
• Strong communication and teamwork with collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT services to preschool students individually and in groups.
• Collaborate with another SLP, teachers, and support staff to support progress.
• Evaluate and document student needs, goals, and progress per educational guidelines.
• Adapt strategies to promote independence and participation in daily activities.
• Travel between assigned school sites as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

IEP understanding

Education

OT state licensure

Job description

Step into a rewarding role supporting preschoolers as a dedicated school-based Occupational Therapist in a collaborative, energetic educational environment. Partner with another experienced SLP on site and make a meaningful difference for children ages 3-5. This full-time contract opportunity spans multiple school sites, allowing you to work with up to 50 students on your caseload. Your expertise will help young learners develop essential skills as they begin their educational journey.

Start as soon as possible and engage in impactful work through June 17, 2026, with the upcoming spring break from March 30 to April 10, 2026, providing a well-deserved pause in your schedule. Interviews will be conducted via Google Meet next week for candidates seeking a new opportunity to use their OT skills in a school-based setting.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure in Occupational Therapy
• Previous experience or strong interest in working with preschool-aged children (3-5 years)
• Background in school-based therapy, ideally within early childhood settings
• Ability to manage and prioritize a diverse caseload across multiple sites
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with a collaborative mindset
• Familiarity with IEP process, evaluation tools, and educational documentation preferred

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver individualized and group OT services to preschool students
• Collaborate closely with another SLP, teachers, and support staff to support student progress
• Evaluate and document student needs, goals, and progress according to educational guidelines
• Adapt strategies to promote student independence and participation in daily activities
• Travel between assigned school sites as needed

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.