School-Based Occupational Therapist (Part-Time) in Philly

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

Job summary

Catapult Learning in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to support students in school settings. You will administer screenings, provide OT services, and help students access learning in daily life.

The role requires a Master’s in Occupational Therapy, PA licensure (OTR/L), ASHA CCC, and independence. Proficiency with TEAMS and MS Office is expected; collaboration with the multidisciplinary team is essential to support IDEA-driven outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience providing speech evaluations to students is preferred.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy, as required by state and contract.
• Registered and licensed Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist required (OTR/L).
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Must have or be willing to obtain all active PA state mandated clearances (Child abuse, FBI fingerprints, criminal background check, etc.).
• Must be proficient with virtual platforms, i.e. TEAMS, MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Administers appropriate screening and/or diagnostic tests to determine a child's competency in relation to functional tasks, sensory processing, fine/gross motor skills, and cognition.
• Provides occupational therapy services to students in attempt to enhance the student's ability to access and make progress in their school and home life.
• Determine student eligibility for special education services under one of the primary disability categories defined by IDEA.
• Interprets diagnostic tests, identifies strengths and weaknesses in areas of functional performance, produces standardized test scores, provides in-person observation, and generates reports providing feedback to parents and when applicable, school personnel.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive evaluation reports that document the presence or absence of an impairment, including results, interpretation, and recommendations in accordance with IDEA requirements.
• Serves as a member of the student's multidisciplinary team, if appropriate.
• Offers consultation and collaboration with school psychologists and parents in support of students' occupational therapy testing results.
• Acts as a resource to parents, school personnel and other caregivers in the area of occupational therapy.
• Completes required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.

Skills

Independent work

Virtual platforms (TEAMS)

MS Office

Speech evaluations (students)

Education

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Tools

TEAMS

MS Office

Job description

Catapult Learning in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) to support students in school settings. You will administer screenings, provide OT services, and help students access learning in daily life.

The role requires a Master’s in Occupational Therapy, PA licensure (OTR/L), ASHA CCC, and independence. Proficiency with TEAMS and MS Office is expected; collaboration with the multidisciplinary team is essential to support IDEA-driven outcomes.