School-Based Occupational Therapist for Autistic Students

REACH FOR THE STARS LEARNING CENTER; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Reach for the Stars Learning Center in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our private not-for-profit school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The role is available in full or part-time hours and starts immediately.

The OT will manage a small caseload, deliver individual and group therapy, and collaborate with classroom staff to adapt programs and goals. Strong assessment, documentation, and IEP development are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in OT is required.
• Active New York OT license required.
• Experience in private/not-for-profit school setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage small caseload and provide individual and group OT services.
• Organize and adapt programs to meet student skill level.
• Conduct, score, and analyze assessments; create and update IEP goals.
• Complete progress and evaluation reports; maintain daily session notes.
• Collaborate with team members and participate in weekly meetings.
• Provide OT in-services to classroom staff and communicate progress to parents.
• Prepare for and participate in IEP meetings for students on caseload.

Skills

Caseload management

Assessment scoring

Team collaboration

IEP goals development

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

New York State OT license

Job description

Reach for the Stars Learning Center in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to join our private not-for-profit school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The role is available in full or part-time hours and starts immediately.

The OT will manage a small caseload, deliver individual and group therapy, and collaborate with classroom staff to adapt programs and goals. Strong assessment, documentation, and IEP development are essential.