What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at New Story Schools?
At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.
As an Occupational Therapist at New Story Schools, you’ll help students strengthen the skills they need to learn, communicate, and participate more fully in school life. You’ll assess functional and sensory needs, design individualized interventions, and collaborate closely with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to ensure each student can achieve greater independence and confidence.
What You'll Need
As an Occupational Therapist at New Story Schools, you’ll help students strengthen the skills they need to learn, communicate, and participate more fully in school life. You’ll assess functional and sensory needs, design individualized interventions, and collaborate closely with teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to ensure each student can achieve greater independence and confidence.
What You'll Need
- Current Pennsylvania Occupational Therapist license
- Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or related field
- Experience working with children or students with developmental, behavioral, or physical differences
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to fostering student success through creative, evidence-based interventions
- Evaluate students’ fine motor, sensory, and self-care abilities to identify areas for support
- Develop individualized therapy plans aligned with IEP goals and educational outcomes
- Deliver one-on-one and small-group therapy sessions to build functional independence
- Collaborate with teachers and therapists to integrate sensory and motor strategies into classroom routines
- Monitor and document student progress to inform ongoing intervention and IEP updates
- Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
- Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you