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Pediatric Occupational Therapist, School-Based OT in NJ

90K
Onsite · New York, New York
Posted August 14, 2026
contract

Overview

Own the delivery of pediatric OT services in a school setting serving 25–30 students ages 5–21 with diverse needs. You’ll collaborate with a small, personable agency that values therapist time and offers hourly contracts regardless of student presence. Work onsite in Carteret, NJ, five days a week during standard school hours 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. In this role you will participate in IEP meetings and deliver direct therapy while avoiding evaluations.

What You'll Do5

  • 1Build and deliver direct OT services to students within the school program
  • 2Lead and participate in IEP meetings to align goals and progress with families and school staff
  • 3Collaborate with therapists and school personnel to support student outcomes
  • 4Document progress and maintain compliant therapy notes for a 1099 contracting arrangement
  • 5Scale impact by prioritizing therapy sessions that drive measurable student growth within the academic year

Requirements5

  • 1Resume
  • 2NJ DOE Certification for Occupational Therapy
  • 3Active state license for practicing occupational therapy
  • 4Professional Liability insurance
  • 5Available to work onsite five days per week in Carteret, NJ

Salary Insight

$90k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationNew York, New York

Required Skills

Occupational TherapyNJDOE CertificateActive state license for practicing occupational therapyProfessional LiabilityIEP meetings
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