School Based Occupational Therapist Baltimore

Charm City Therapy; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Signing bonus

Training & development

Job summary

Charm City Therapy is seeking a passionate School-Based Occupational Therapist to join our Baltimore team. You will provide direct OT services in a school setting, assess fine motor and sensory skills, and develop IEP-aligned plans to help students thrive academically and socially.

You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams, document progress, and participate in IEP meetings. Maryland licensure or eligibility and NBCOT (OTR) certification are required or in process.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Maryland State OT licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• NBCOT certification (OTR) required or in process.
• Experience in a school-based or pediatric OT setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in a school-based setting.
• Evaluate and assess students' fine motor, sensory processing, and daily living skills.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, special educators, and parents to support student success.
• Document progress, maintain accurate records, and complete required reports in compliance with school and state guidelines.
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, and parent conferences.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on sensory strategies and classroom accommodations.

Skills

School-based therapy

IEP collaboration

Documentation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Maryland State OT licensure (eligible)

NBCOT certification (OTR)

Tools

NBCOT certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Signing bonus
• Training & development

About the Role:

Charm City Therapy is looking for a passionate and dedicated School-Based Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in Baltimore, MD. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students by helping them thrive in their academic and social environments. If you're driven by purpose and love working with kids, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in a school-based setting
• Evaluate and assess students' fine motor, sensory processing, and daily living skills
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP goals
• Collaborate with teachers, special educators, and parents to support student success
• Document progress, maintain accurate records, and complete required reports in compliance with school and state guidelines
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, and parent conferences
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on sensory strategies and classroom accommodations

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Current Maryland State OT licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure
• NBCOT certification (OTR) required or in process
• Experience in a school-based or pediatric OT setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of IEP processes, IDEA regulations, and school-based therapy practices
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams
• Compassionate, patient, and student-centered approach to therapy

About Us:

Charm City Therapy is a Baltimore-based therapy company dedicated to delivering high-quality, student-focused occupational, speech, and related therapy services across the region. Our team is known for its collaborative culture, clinical excellence, and genuine commitment to improving outcomes for the children we serve. We pride ourselves on supporting our therapists with the resources, flexibility, and community they need to do their best work every day.