Occupational Therapist School Setting - Sunnyvale, CA

ProCare Therapy; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 110,208,000 - 196,997,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental

Job summary

ProCare Therapy seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist or COTA to support students from preschool through 8th grade in a Sunnyvale, California school setting. This six-month contract involves delivering direct therapy, evaluating students, and collaborating with teachers and families to implement IEP-driven plans.

You'll join a collaborative team, participate in IEP meetings, and help foster independence and confidence in young learners while maintaining compliant documentation and school

Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in California.
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, families, and school teams.
• Commitment to individualized student care and supporting diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct therapy services to students preschool through 8th grade based on IEP goals.
• Conduct evaluations, interpret results, and develop student-centered treatment plans.
• Consult with teachers and families to promote strategies in classroom and home settings.
• Maintain thorough documentation aligned with school and legal standards.
• Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure student success.

Skills

OT/COTA license

Pediatric experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

California license

Job description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity as a skilled Occupational Therapist or COTA, supporting students across preschool through 8th grade. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, welcoming school environment close to Sunnyvale, CA.

You’ll be engaged for six months, from August 12, 2026, through approximately February 12, 2027. Work up to 37.5 hours each week, Monday through Friday, helping to foster independence, participation, and confidence in young learners. The school prides itself on providing a positive setting for both staff and students, emphasizing holistic student growth and interprofessional collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Valid Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in California
• Previous pediatric, school-based, or educational experience strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, families, and educational teams
• Commitment to individualized student care and supporting diverse learning needs

What Youll Do:

• Deliver direct therapy services to students preschool through 8th grade based on IEP goals
• Conduct evaluations, interpret results, and participate in developing student-centered treatment plans
• Consult with teachers, support staff, and families to promote best practices and carry over of strategies in the classroom and at home
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation aligned with school and legal standards
• Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure each child's success

Interviews are being scheduled for next weektake the next step in your career and help students thrive!

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.