School-Based Occupational Therapist — Empower Students

Onward Education; Graham (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Access to a wide network of schools/d

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication and advocacy

Personalized recruiting support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education is partnering with a school district in Young County, Texas to hire a dedicated School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) for the 2026–2027 school year. This onsite opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact supporting K–12 students through functional evaluations, intervention planning, collaboration with educators and families, and services aligned to IEPs and 504 Plans.

In this role, you’ll help students access the curriculum and participate fully in school

Qualifications

• Active OT license required and current.
• Experience delivering school-based OT services preferred.
• Familiar with IEP/504 processes and educational settings.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based OT services aligned with students' IEPs and 504 Plans, focused on functional, educational outcomes.
• Conduct OT evaluations in the school setting, including observation and functional assessment of school participation needs.
• Address gross motor and foundational skills related to classroom access and participation.
• Develop and implement sensory and self-regulation strategies to support attention, behavior, and learning.
• Recommend and train students/staff on adaptive tools and equipment.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote carryover of strategies across settings.
• Write and maintain required documentation to ensure compliance with district/state/federal requirements.

Skills

School-based OT experience

IEP/504 collaboration

Strong documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Active Occupational Therapist license (required)

Job description

Onward Education is partnering with a school district in Young County, Texas to hire a dedicated School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) for the 2026–2027 school year. This onsite opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact supporting K–12 students through functional evaluations, intervention planning, collaboration with educators and families, and services aligned to IEPs and 504 Plans.

In this role, you’ll help students access the curriculum and participate fully in school