School Occupational Therapist - Detroit, Michigan

Soliant; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Soliant is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support K-12 students across three Detroit-area schools. The role offers flexible delivery: teletherapy or onsite, with services across three vibrant communities.

You’ll work about 1.5 days per week, supporting roughly 12 students who benefit from a diverse mix of OT services. You’ll collaborate with teachers, families, and staff, develop goals, and create treatment plans while documenting progress and participating in IEP meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Occupational Therapy license in Michigan.
• Experience supporting students in a school setting.
• Strong communication with students, families and staff.
• Comfortable with teletherapy and onsite therapy models.
• Ability to work with students from kindergarten to 12th grade.
• Organizational skills to manage documentation and scheduling across campuses.
• Adaptability, creativity, and passion for promoting student growth.
• Proficiency in IEP documentation and reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services to K-12 students at three schools (virtually or onsite).
• Assess student needs and develop individualized goals and treatment plans.
• Provide direct therapy sessions tailored to developmental and educational needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other service professionals.
• Monitor progress, document services, and participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Travel between school sites if providing in-person services.
• Foster a positive environment supporting students’ academic and functional goals.

Skills

OT license Michigan

School-based experience

Communication skills

Teletherapy and onsite

K-12 grade range

Caseload management

Adaptability

IEP documentation

Job description

Embark on an engaging contract opportunity providing Occupational Therapy support to K-12 students near Detroit, MI. This role offers flexibility, with the option to provide services virtually or in-person, serving three vibrant school communities. You’ll work 1.5 days per week, supporting approximately 12 students who benefit from a diverse mix of OT services.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Current, valid Occupational Therapy license in Michigan
• Previous experience supporting students in a school-based setting
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with students, families, and staff
• Comfortable with both teletherapy and onsite therapy models
• Ability to work with students ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade
• Organizational skills to manage caseload documentation and scheduling across multiple campuses
• Adaptability, creativity, and passion for promoting student growth and independence
• Proficiency in IEP documentation and reporting preferred

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to K-12 students at three schools (either virtually or onsite)
• Assess student needs and develop individualized goals and treatment plans
• Provide direct therapy sessions tailored to each student’s developmental and educational needs
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other service professionals
• Monitor progress, document services, and participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Travel between school sites if providing in-person services
• Foster a positive, encouraging environment that supports students’ academic and functional goals

Here’s your chance to make a true difference for students at multiple schools, all while enjoying a rewarding, flexible schedule. Help empower learners to reach their full potential with your expertise and compassionate care.