School Occupational Therapist (OT)

Soliant; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Soliant-placed Occupational Therapist role is a full-time, school-based position in the Phoenix metro area. You will collaborate with educators to support students across K-12, implementing IEP-driven interventions and monitoring progress during school hours.

Ideal candidates hold an OT degree, Arizona OT license or eligibility, and enjoy working in a team-focused educational setting that emphasizes student independence and achievement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Arizona OT license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services based on student IEP goals and individualized needs.
• Conduct evaluations, assessments, and progress monitoring.
• Develop treatment plans and intervention strategies to support student participation in the classroom setting.
• Address areas including fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual motor integration, self-help skills, and classroom functionality.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student growth.
• Maintain required documentation, reports, and compliance records.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

OT degree

Job description

A school district in the Phoenix metro area is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time school-based opportunity. This position offers the chance to work directly with students across educational settings, helping them develop the functional skills needed to thrive both academically and throughout daily school activities.

This opportunity is ideal for clinicians who enjoy working in a collaborative environment and are passionate about supporting student independence, participation, and overall success. Join a team of educators and specialists dedicated to creating meaningful outcomes for students.

Position Overview

• Location: Phoenix metro area, Arizona
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract
• Setting: School-Based (K-12)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday during school hours
• Caseload: Assigned based on district needs and experience

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services based on student IEP goals and individualized needs
• Conduct evaluations, assessments, and progress monitoring
• Develop treatment plans and intervention strategies that support student participation in the classroom setting
• Address areas including fine motor skills, sensory processing, visual motor integration, self-help skills, and classroom functionality
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student growth
• Maintain required documentation, reports, and compliance records

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Active Arizona Occupational Therapist license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred but not required
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Full-time school schedule with a strong work-life balance
• Collaborative and supportive educational environment
• Opportunity to positively impact students across multiple developmental areas
• Meaningful work focused on student achievement and independence