Occupational Therapist School Setting in San Juan Capistrano, CA

BlazerJobs, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

BlazerJobs, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support students from PreK to 22 in the San Juan Capistrano area. This contract role is on-site across multiple campuses with itinerant assignments in San Clemente and Mission Viejo, offering either full-time or part-time schedules.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Occupational Therapy and a California OT license (no COTAs). Experience in school settings and ability to manage a diverse caseload is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• California OT license active and current (no COTAs).
• Experience in school settings preferred.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload for PreK–22 students.
• Willingness to travel between campuses and adapt to district changes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services (evaluation, intervention, progress monitoring) across several school sites.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to develop and implement IEPs.
• Travel between campuses as itinerant OT (San Clemente and Mission Viejo areas).
• Maintain accurate student documentation and participate in IEP meetings as required.
• Adapt to evolving school environment with proactive, innovative approaches.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Caseload management

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a rewarding role as an Occupational Therapist, supporting students from PreK to 22 years old within a dynamic school environment in the San Juan Capistrano area. This contract opportunity seeks two dedicated professionals who will provide vital services on-site across multiple campuses, with itinerant assignments focused in the San Clemente and Mission Viejo areas. Flexibility is offered for both full-time and part-time schedules, making this a great fit for passionate therapists with school-based experience who are eager to contribute right away.

Key Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Active and current California OT License (no COTAs considered for this role)
• Prior experience within school settings highly desired
• Confidence managing a diverse caseload, serving students aged PreK through 22
• Willingness to adapt amidst evolving district needs and board meeting-driven changes
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive occupational therapy services, including evaluation, intervention, and progress monitoring for students assigned across several school sites
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to develop and implement individualized plans
• Travel between assigned campuses as an itinerant OT—flexibility and reliability are essential
• Accurately maintain student documentation and participate in IEP meetings as required
• Adapt to a changing school environment, remaining innovative and proactive

This fulfilling contract offers professional growth for OTs seeking an engaging, collaborative environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference in students’ lives.

Compensation for this position ranges from $43.86 to $63.86. 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.