Occupational Therapist

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We’re currently seeking a part-time, in-person Occupational Therapist to support a school in Dakota County, MN for the 2026–2027 school year.

• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• End Date:
  June 10, 2027
• Location:
  
  Dakota County, MN
• Onsite, 16-20 hours per week
• School Year:

• Current Minnesota occupational therapy license required.
• Ability to support students in a school-based setting and align services to student educational plans.
• Experience contributing to educational planning documentation and meetings.
• Preferred: prior school experience and familiarity working with IEP-related processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with school teams and families.

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to assigned students based on documented educational plans.
• Complete student evaluations and interpret results to inform service recommendations.
• Develop written documentation aligned to educational planning needs, including required reports.
• Participate in educational planning meetings and communicate student progress and needs.
• Coordinate with school staff and families to support carryover of strategies in the school environment.

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you’re passionate about helping students succeed and enjoy working in a collaborative, team-oriented school environment, this role offers meaningful impact in a supportive setting.