School Occupational Therapist | Cary, North Carolina

Step into a dynamic school-based role where your expertise as an Occupational Therapist will make a lasting impact on students’ educational experiences. This contract opportunity, located in the vibrant area near Cary, NC, involves working full-time (typically 37.5 to 40 hours per week) with a forward-thinking district operating under a responsive workload model. Assignments may include a range of sites on the western side of the county, serving students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Key Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy license from the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy (NCBOT)
• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
• Demonstrated school-based OT experience required (NC school experience strongly preferred)
• Proficiency in ECATS and IEPs
• Familiarity with school-based standardized assessments, with required proficiency in Sensory Processing Measure–2 (SPM-2) and Sensory Profile 2
• Strong skills in conducting motor screenings, OT evaluations, and interpreting results in an educational context
• Experience documenting services and collaborating with educational professionals
• Ability to obtain an NPI number, register with NC Tracks, comply with DCDEE fingerprinting, and successfully complete district background checks
  
  

Position Highlights

• Full-time, year-round contract beginning 30 days from offer
• Workload modeled and adjusted monthly to ensure optimal balance
• Opportunity to serve diverse age groups and needs
• Immediate interviews; timely onboarding process
• In-depth support during prescreening and onboarding, ensuring smooth integration into the district
  
  

Be at the forefront of student support in a school setting that values collaboration and specialized expertise. Your role will be vital in evaluating and addressing the needs of students as they pertain directly to their educational success.

Apply today to advance your school-based OT career and help shape accessible, meaningful learning environments for every student. Interviews are ongoing—bring your passion and expertise to this rewarding educational setting!

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