School-Based OT — Empower K–6 Students to Thrive

Onward Education; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Wide school network

Streamlined hiring

Ongoing communication

Professional growth

Job summary

Onward Education invites a dedicated School-Based Occupational Therapist to join a Marion County, Indiana district for the 2026–2027 school year. This onsite role serves K–6 students with a diverse caseload, delivering therapy aligned to IEP goals in the school setting.

You'll evaluate, plan, and implement OT interventions to improve fine motor, sensory processing, handwriting, and participation, while collaborating with teachers, families, and related service providers to support student

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Active Indiana OT license required.
• NBCOT certification current.
• Experience with pediatric/school-aged populations preferred.
• Knowledge of special education regulations and IEPs.
• Strong assessment, documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work with students, families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based OT aligned with IEP goals and educational needs.
• Conduct evaluations and reassessments to identify functional, sensory, motor, and educational needs.
• Develop and implement individualized OT treatment plans for classroom participation.
• Support fine motor, handwriting, sensory processing, self-regulation, and adaptive skills.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, special education staff, and related service providers.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions toward IEP goals.
• Participate in MDT/IEP meetings and maintain documentation per district/state requirements.

Skills

IEP collaboration

Pediatric therapy

Documentation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Indiana OT license

NBCOT certification

Job description

Onward Education invites a dedicated School-Based Occupational Therapist to join a Marion County, Indiana district for the 2026–2027 school year. This onsite role serves K–6 students with a diverse caseload, delivering therapy aligned to IEP goals in the school setting.

You'll evaluate, plan, and implement OT interventions to improve fine motor, sensory processing, handwriting, and participation, while collaborating with teachers, families, and related service providers to support student