School Occupational Therapist

Institute for the Redesign of Learning; South Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

The Institute for the Redesign of Learning (IRL) is seeking a part-time School-Based Occupational Therapist to support students at Almansor Academy in South Pasadena, CA. You will provide direct OT services, conduct assessments, and collaborate with school staff and families to promote inclusive learning.

Licensed California OT professionals with school-based experience are encouraged to apply. The role offers ~20 hours per week with pay ranging from $44.50 to $52.47 per hour, emphasizing

Qualifications

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in California.
• Experience providing OT services in school settings.
• Ability to develop measurable goals and write progress reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, in-person OT services to students per IEPs.
• Conduct OT assessments for initial, annual, and triennial IEPs.
• Develop OT goals and attend IEP meetings as a team member.
• Maintain accurate service logs and documentation per policy.
• Collaborate with teachers and behavior staff on strategies.
• Consult with families to share actionable strategies.
• Support PBIS-aligned school culture.

Skills

Direct student OT practice

IEP collaboration

Assessment writing

Progress reporting

Team collaboration

Education

California OT license

Tools

SEIS/Welligent

Job description

Make a Difference as a School-Based Occupational Therapist

Location:Almansor Academy in South Pasadena, CA
Hours: ~20 hours/week
Pay: $44.50 - $52.47/hr

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity to support students with learning differences? Join our team at Total Education Solutions (TES) and help make school a more accessible, engaging place for every learner.

We're looking for a compassionate and skilled OT to provide support for one of our school campuses. This is a part-time role - perfect for someone who wants to stay connected to the field while maintaining a flexible schedule.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide direct, in-person occupational therapy services to students with IEPs in grades 2–12+, individually and in small groups, according to IEP service minutes.
• Conduct OT assessments and write evaluation reports for initial, annual, and triennial IEPs.
• Develop measurable OT goals, write progress reports, and attend IEP meetings as a member of the IEP team.
• Maintain accurate service logs and documentation in SEIS/Welligent in line with district contract and billing requirements.
• Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, and behavior staff on sensory, fine-motor, and self-care strategies and accommodations in the classroom.
• Consult with families and give caregivers practical strategies to support their child's progress at home.
• Support a positive, trauma-informed school culture aligned with PBIS and Almansor Academy’s behavioral support model.

About You:

• You’re licensed as an Occupational Therapist in California
• You enjoy working in a school environment and making meaningful connections
• You’re comfortable with varied student needs and passionate about inclusion

Why Join IRL?

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Flexibility and autonomy in your schedule
• Chance to make a difference—one student at a time

Requirements:

• CA OT license
• Access to a mobile phone (for email) & basic internet (if working offsite)
• Background check (FBI/DOJ), current TB test

ABOUT IRL

The Institute for the Redesign of Learning (IRL) is a multi-service, community-based Special Education, mental health, job development, and training facility for special needs children, students, and adults. IRL began in 1974 when its founder, Nancy J. Lavelle, Ph.D., created the Almansor Education Center located in a church on Almansor Street in Alhambra, California. With the belief that every student has the ability to take charge of their own learning process, Dr. Lavelle established a unique environment and individualized curriculum and created appropriate support and enrichment services designed to turn student and client learning failures into learning successes. Now over forty years later, the Institute for the Redesign of Learning offers six programs designed to provide a continuum of care for individuals with Special Needs, ages infants through adults, serving children, students, and clients throughout the greater Los Angeles and San Gabriel Valley communities.

The Institute for the Redesign of Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.