Job Description
Job Description Title: School Occupational Therapist (OT)
Location: Palo Alto,
CA 94301 Pay Rate:
$85 / hour At Phaxis Education, we believe your career is more than a job-it's a calling. As a boutique staffing firm, we take the time to understand your goals and connect you with roles that sharpen your skills, expand your impact, and reinforce the passion that brought you to education.
As a
K-12 school-based Occupational Therapist in Palo Alto
, CA , your days will include
- Conduct assessments to identify students'fine motor, sensory, self-care, and adaptive skill needs.
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans (IEPs/504s) tailored to each student's specific goals and educational needs.
- Provide direct occupational therapy services to students individually or in small groups.
- Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and families to recommend accommodations and strategies that support student participation and success.
- Maintain detailed and timely documentation of assessments, therapy sessions, progress notes, and service logs.
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings, IEP meetings, and parent conferences.
- Educate school personnel on the importance of sensory and motor development in the learning environment.
- Stay updated on best practices and regulatory changes affecting occupational therapy services in educational settings.
- Ensure compliance with district policies, state regulations, and federal laws such as IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).
Job Details
- Position: Contract (option to renew) in a school setting
- Hours: Full-time (Monday - Friday)
- Caseload: Elementary, Middle, and High School options
Successful Candidates Possess
- Masters and/or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy (required)
- An active or pending state licensure, or the ability to obtain (required)
- Experience in a pediatric or school setting (preferred)
- The ability to work in the U.S. Without a sponsor
- Note: new graduates are welcome to apply
Phaxis Education Benefits
- Day One Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits available, with year-round coverage options for contracted staff!
- Strong Support System: Ongoing support from the school faculty, ensuring you never feel alone in your career
- Professional Development: Continuous opportunities for training and growth
- Other: Weekly compensation, licensure reimbursement, referral bonus
To discuss this role and how you can make a lasting impact on students'lives, apply online today.
Phaxis Education is a boutique staffing firm committed to delivering exceptional service to both our therapists and the school districts we support. Our top priority is taking care of our people by fostering a culture grounded in inclusivity, commitment, passion, and integrity. With a dedicated focus on school-based settings, we understand the unique needs of educational professionals and the communities they serve. Backed by a parent company with over 22 years of proven success, we are proud to help shape brighter futures for students and schools across the country.
Meet Your Recruiter Alicia Moreno
Job Tags
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