School-Based Occupational Therapist

Pediatric Developmental Services; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Match

CEUs

Materials stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Mentorship Program

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist to work with students in school settings. The role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including professional growth opportunities and a supportive mentorship program.

Eligible candidates will evaluate and assess students, write detailed reports, and develop goals aligned with IEPs/504 plans. The team emphasizes collaboration with schools, clinicians, and families to maximize student success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• State Occupational Therapy License is required.

Responsibilities

• Help improve the lives of children in school settings and beyond.
• Provide high‑quality OT services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans.
• Conduct evaluations, assessments and write reports to identify strengths and areas of concern in fine motor skills, handwriting, and related areas.

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

State Occupational Therapy License

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time Occupational Therapist. Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to improve the lives of students through exceptional occupational therapy? If so, this may be the position for you!

This OT position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• Retirement Account with company matching
• Unlimited CEUs
• Materials stipend
• Licensure reimbursement
• Great Mentorship Program!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• State Occupational Therapy License

Every state requires all Occupational Therapists to have a state license. If you do not have a license for a specific state, the licensing team at PDS will help you through the process!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

As an Occupational Therapist you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children. Setting them up for success both in the school setting and beyond is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career!

You will provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, and writing reports, you determine their strengths and areas of concern in fine motor skills, handwriting, and other areas.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this OT position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.