School-Based Occupational Therapist

Cross Country Education; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team in Norwalk, CT. You will provide therapy to K-12 students, assess needs, set goals, and monitor progress in collaboration with educators and families.

Requirements include a Master’s in Occupational Therapy and CT OT license, with school-based or pediatric experience preferred. The role offers a full-time schedule at 37.5 hours per week, competitive hourly pay, paid sick leave, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid Connecticut OT License.
• School-based or pediatric OT experience preferred, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students, supporting educational participation, functional skills, and individual needs.
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized therapy goals and interventions, and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success and promote generalization of skills across school environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure services align with professional and school-based standards.

Skills

Strong communication and collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Help students reach their full potential—both in and beyond the classroom.

Join Cross Country Education as an Occupational Therapist in Norwalk, CT, providing meaningful support while collaborating with educators and families to help students develop greater independence and achieve success.

Position Overview

• Provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students, supporting their educational participation, functional skills, and individual needs.
• Conduct evaluations, develop individualized therapy goals and interventions, and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success and promote the generalization of skills across school environments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure services align with professional and school-based standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid ConnecticutOccupationalTherapist (OT) License
• School-based or pediatric OT experience preferred; strong communication and collaboration skills

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn$46.10 - $49.20 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as an Occupational Therapist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision,and a 401(k) match to supportlong-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full-time schedulewith 37.5 hours per week and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.