School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Onward Edu; Graham (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Access to a wide network of schools

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication and advocacy

Personalized recruiter support

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Onward Education is partnering with a school district in Young County, TX to hire a dedicated School-Based Occupational Therapist for the 2026-2027 school year. This onsite role supports K-12 students through functional evaluations, intervention planning, and collaboration with educators and families to align with IEPs and 504 Plans.

The OT will strengthen fine motor, sensory regulation, and independence, working with multidisciplinary teams to promote student access and participation in school

Qualifications

• Active Occupational Therapist license required.
• Experience with IEP/504 processes preferred.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based OT services aligned with IEPs/504 Plans and focused on functional outcomes.
• Conduct OT evaluations in the school setting (observation and functional assessment).
• Support fine motor development (handwriting, cutting, tool use).
• Address gross motor and foundational skills for classroom access.
• Develop sensory and self-regulation strategies for attention and learning.
• Recommend and train on adaptive tools/equipment.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams for consistency.
• Write and maintain documentation and progress monitoring for compliance.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading schools. We're 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 routines by strengthening fine motor, sensory regulation, classroom participation, and independence skills.

Position Details:

• Location: Onsite in Young County, TX
• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Weekly Hours: 30 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027
• Grade Levels: K-12
• Position Type: Contract (W2)

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 (as appropriate), including observation and functional assessment of school participation needs.
• Support fine motor development (handwriting, cutting, classroom tool use, visual-motor integration).
• Address gross motor and foundational skills (posture, balance, coordination) as they relate to classroom access and school participation.
• Develop and implement sensory and self-regulation strategies to support attention, behavior, and learning (e.g., sensory breaks, environmental supports).
• Recommend and train students/staff on adaptive tools/equipment (pencil grips, slant boards, seating supports, adaptive scissors, etc.).
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote carryover of strategies across settings.
• Write/maintain required documentation and progress monitoring to ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapist license (required)
• School-based OT experience and familiarity with IEP/504 processes preferred
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Apply?

If you're passionate about helping students succeed and thrive at school, this is the opportunity for you. Join a collaborative team supporting student access, independence, and meaningful participation in the school day.