Occupational Therapist School in Reserve, LA

Bring your passion for pediatric occupational therapy to a dynamic, school-based setting as a contract professional committed to supporting students from kindergarten through high school. You’ll play a vital role in helping learners reach their fullest potential by addressing their functional, sensory, and motor skills within a collaborative and enriching environment. Working onsite, you will serve as an itinerant OT, providing services across the K-12 spectrum and making a meaningful impact in multiple school communities.

Your experience in educational settings, adaptability, and love for helping children will shine as you manage a caseload of approximately 75-100 students. The full-time hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM deliver a consistent schedule that aligns with the school calendar, allowing you to focus on professional growth and work-life balance.

• Active and valid Occupational Therapy state license required
• Prior experience supporting children and adolescents in a school or pediatric setting strongly preferred
• Knowledge of IEP documentation, goal setting, and progress measurement for school-based OT
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple student needs efficiently as an itinerant provider
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams

• Conduct evaluations and create individualized treatment plans for students in grades K-12
• Deliver direct and consultative OT services in accordance with student IEPs
• Document progress and maintain timely, accurate records
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to integrate interventions in educational settings
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary discussions