School Occupational Therapist Contract *Up to 60/hr

ConnectedHealth; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 637,000 - 728,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium compensation above market

Direct deposit

Health insurance options

401(k) with match

Licensure reimbursement

Housing stipends

Job summary

ConnectedHealth is seeking a School Occupational Therapist for an 18-week contract in Bethel, CT, to provide therapy services to students under IEPs. The role involves collaboration with school staff to support student development and coordinate with families.

The candidate will conduct assessments, implement individual and group therapy sessions, and document progress while communicating findings to teachers, parents, and administrators. Connecticut OT licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Connecticut OT License or equivalent.
• Valid CT OT License mandatory.
• Minimum 1 year experience in school settings.
• Strong understanding of IEPs.
• Ability to work with students from Kindergarten through High School.
• Ability to work days on a 4-10 shift schedule.
• Experience with group therapy.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Background checks as required.
• Physically capable of working with school-aged children.
• Caseload of approximately 23 IEP hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students per IEPs.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop individualized plans.
• Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine students' needs.
• Implement therapy sessions, both individual and group-based.
• Document progress and communicate effectively with staff and families.

Skills

Excellent communication

Education

CT OT License

Job description

School Occupational Therapist contract for 18 weeks in Bethel, CT, providing therapeutic services to students under IEPs and collaborating with school staff to support student development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy services to students per IEPs

• Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop individualized plans

• Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine students' needs

• Implement therapy sessions, both individual and group-based

• Document progress and communicate effectively with staff and families

Qualifications:

• Connecticut OT License or equivalent

• Valid CT OT License mandatory

• Minimum 1 year experience in school settings

• Strong understanding of IEPs

• Ability to work with students from Kindergarten through High School

• Ability to work days on a 4-10 shift schedule

• Experience with group therapy

• Excellent communication skills

• Background checks as required

• Physically capable of working with school-aged children

• Comfortable with caseload of approximately 23 IEP service hours

Benefits:

• Premium pay 13% above market average

• Weekly direct deposit with next-day pay features

• Comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, disability, life, sick leave) starting 1st day after start and continuing between assignments

• Health coverage maintained through winter/summer break

• 401(k) with competitive match

• Referral and loyalty bonuses

• License and CEU reimbursements

• Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly)

• Travel and mileage reimbursements

• Guaranteed hours and cancellation protection

• Nationwide opportunities across major metros to underserved areas

• Reimbursed and fast-tracked licenses and certifications, user-friendly onboarding portal (average 14-day onboarding), and rapid interview process (average 38 hours)

You hold a valid Connecticut OT license. You have at least one year school OT experience. You can manage a caseload of 23 IEP hours