School OT Specialist: Empower Students Through Therapy

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt School in Lanham is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver comprehensive OT services to students aged 5-21 within a nonpublic special education day school setting.

The role entails assessing, diagnosing, and treating students, developing individualized therapy plans, and collaborating with parents and school staff. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm, in-person, with a strong emphasis on student well-being and staff training.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Active Maryland State Occupational Therapy License.
• Current knowledge of OT theory.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, assessing, diagnosing, and treating students to develop individualized therapy plans.
• Promoting learning readiness and physical and mental health well-being.
• Overseeing staff training programs related to OT.
• Meeting with parents, school staff, and stakeholders to discuss progress and therapy plans.
• Documenting and maintaining accurate records of assessments and progress notes.

Education

Master’s degree in occupational therapy

Tools

Maryland OT License

Job description

Sheppard Pratt School in Lanham is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver comprehensive OT services to students aged 5-21 within a nonpublic special education day school setting.

The role entails assessing, diagnosing, and treating students, developing individualized therapy plans, and collaborating with parents and school staff. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm, in-person, with a strong emphasis on student well-being and staff training.