School Occupational Therapist

Bridgeprep Academy, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

BridgePrep Academy Broward in Hollywood, FL is seeking a licensed School Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our ESE team on a part-time basis. You will evaluate and support students needing therapy to improve fine motor skills, handwriting, self-regulation, and visual-motor integration to participate in daily classroom routines.

You will provide direct OT sessions, conduct functional assessments, support IEP goals, and collaborate with teachers and families to promote student progress and

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Florida OT license required.
• Pediatric or school-based OT experience preferred.
• Successful completion of Level 2 background screening (HB 531).
• Provide three professional references, including at least one supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Direct OT sessions for ESE students per IEPs.
• Conduct functional OT assessments and determine educational relevance.
• Lead and document IEP goals; maintain therapy logs and attend meetings.
• Recommend classroom accommodations and adaptive tools.
• Engage with families to share progress and home strategies.

Skills

Compassionate

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in OT

Job description

Job Title: School Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Location: Hollywood, FL (BridgePrep Academy Broward – 1100 Hillcrest Dr)

Position Type: Part-Time, Hourly / Contract

Reports To: Principal or ESE Coordinator

About Us

BridgePrep Academy, supported by SMART Management, delivers a student-centered academic experience enriched by an extended Spanish language program across Florida. We are dedicated to building a growth-oriented community where every student is known, supported, and given the tools needed to succeed academically and socially.

Position Overview

BridgePrep Academy Broward is seeking a compassionate, licensed School Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Exceptional Student Education (ESE) team on a part-time basis.

In this role, you will evaluate and support students who require therapy to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, handwriting, self-regulation, and visual-motor integration—ensuring they can fully participate in daily classroom routines and achieve their academic potential.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Service Delivery: Provide direct individual and small-group occupational therapy sessions to ESE students according to their IEP specifications.

Evaluations & Eligibility: Conduct functional OT assessments and evaluations to identify student needs and establish educational relevance for therapy services.

IEP Leadership & Compliance: Formulate measurable fine-motor, visual-motor, and sensory-based IEP goals; maintain accurate therapy logs and attend IEP meetings.

Classroom Accommodations: Recommend adaptive tools, pencil grips, flexible seating, sensory strategies, and environmental modifications to support general and special education teachers.

Family Engagement: Partner with families to provide progress updates, home exercises, and practical strategies to support student development outside of school.

Key Success Metrics

100% Compliance: Deliver all required service minutes, progress reports, and compliance documentation on time and without error.

Goal Achievement: Document measurable progress toward individualized student fine-motor and functional goals.

Effective Collaboration: Proactively consult with teachers, ESE coordinators, and related service providers to maximize student inclusion.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.

Licensure: Active Florida Occupational Therapist (OT) License issued by the Florida Department of Health.

Experience: Previous pediatric or school-based OT experience strongly preferred.

Clearance: Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse (HB 531).

References: Must provide three professional reference checks, including at least one direct supervisor.