School-Based Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Catapult Learning; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Catapult Learning is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to join school-based teams in Philadelphia. This part-time role supports students with special needs across classrooms and therapy spaces.

You will administer screenings, provide OT services to help students access the curriculum, determine eligibility under IDEA, and collaborate with school staff and parents. PA licensure and ASHA CCC are preferred; strong virtual platform skills (Teams, MS Office) are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• PA licensure as OTR/L is required.
• ASHA CCC in Speech-Language Pathology is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience providing speech evaluations is preferred.
• Proficiency with virtual platforms (Teams) and MS Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Administers screenings and diagnostic tests to assess functional tasks, sensory processing, motor skills and cognition.
• Provides occupational therapy services to students to improve school and home functioning.
• Determines eligibility for special education services under IDEA.
• Interprets tests, analyzes findings, prepares reports and communicates results to parents and school staff.
• Maintains comprehensive evaluation reports and recommendations per IDEA requirements.
• Serves on the student’s multidisciplinary team and collaborates with school personnel and parents.
• Provides consultation to school psychologists and parents about OT test results.
• Acts as a resource to families and school staff on occupational therapy.
• Completes required paperwork accurately and timely.

Skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Communication with students/parents

Adaptability

Speech evaluations experience

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

PA state licensure (OTR/L)

Tools

Teams

MS Office

Job description

Catapult Learning is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to join school-based teams in Philadelphia. This part-time role supports students with special needs across classrooms and therapy spaces.

You will administer screenings, provide OT services to help students access the curriculum, determine eligibility under IDEA, and collaborate with school staff and parents. PA licensure and ASHA CCC are preferred; strong virtual platform skills (Teams, MS Office) are required.