School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – King County, WA

Austin Community College; Washington; On-site; USD 75,768 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and school breaks

Mentorship and clinical support

Job summary

Austin Community College is seeking a compassionate School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver therapy services across King County. The role involves evaluating students, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with educational teams to foster student participation in school.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, strong organizational skills, and a Washington OT license. Compensation ranges from $55.00 to $75.00 per hour depending on experience.

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Qualifications

• Current Washington OT license or eligibility for licensure.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric and school-based occupational therapy practices.
• Experience with sensory integration and adaptive tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations for students.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers and special education staff.

Skills

Collaboration

Organization

Time management

Communication

Education

Master’s degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – King County, WA

Job Title:
School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – King County, WA

Location:
King County, WA
Onsite at school districts across Seattle, Bellevue, Kent, Renton, Auburn, and Federal Way, Washington

Job Type:
Full-Time / Part-Time / Contract

Start Date:
Immediate openings

Job Summary

Teamwork Therapies is seeking a compassionate and student-centered School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapy services to students across King County, Washington. This role includes evaluations, treatment planning, direct services, consultation, documentation, and collaboration with school teams and families to support student success and participation in the educational environment.

We are looking for clinicians who are collaborative, organized, and committed to helping students build the functional skills needed for success in school.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy evaluations to identify student needs in fine motor, sensory processing, self-regulation, visual-motor integration, self-help, and school participation
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with student IEP goals
• Provide direct therapy services through individual, small-group, and classroom-based interventions
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goals, service recommendations, and progress updates
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, administrators, and families to support carryover of functional skills across school settings
• Provide consultation regarding classroom strategies, accommodations, sensory supports, adaptive tools, and environmental modifications
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including evaluation reports, progress reports, service logs, and therapy notes
• Support MTSS/RTI initiatives when applicable
• Adhere to district, state, federal, and professional practice standards

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Current Washington OT license, or eligibility to obtain Washington licensure
• NBCOT certification preferred or required as applicable
• Strong knowledge of pediatric and school-based occupational therapy practices
• Strong communication, organization, and time‑management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary educational team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in K–12 school settings
• Familiarity with IEP systems, special education processes, and school-based documentation
• Experience with sensory integration, fine motor intervention, adaptive equipment, and classroom-based supports
• Bilingual skills are a plus

$55.00–$75.00 per hour, depending on experience and assignment

Benefits for eligible employees may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and school breaks, where applicable
• Mentorship and clinical support