School-Based Occupational Therapist Jobs
School-Based Occupational Therapist jobs are open across public K-12 districts, charter school networks, and early intervention programs, from new-grad to senior and lead roles, with specializations in sensory processing, assistive technology, and pediatric fine motor development. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Are you a Speech-Language Pathologist looking for a full-time, school-based position with a supportive team and a consistent school-calendar schedule?
We are seeking a full-time SLP to provide services in a school setting near Springfield, TN. This is an opportunity to work directly with students while collaborating with teachers, families, and other members of the educational team.
Position Details
- Full-time, in-person position
- 37.5 hours per week / 7.5 hours per day
- School-based caseload
- Provide direct speech-language therapy services
- Serve as a member of students' educational teams
- Participate in IEP meetings and related school-based responsibilities
- Monitor student progress and maintain appropriate documentation
- Collaborate with teachers, families, special education staff, and other school personnel
- Follow the school calendar, with school breaks and holidays off
- ASAP start date
Compensation & Benefits
- $55-60/hour (paid for both direct and indirect time at the same hourly rate)
- W-2 employment
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Completion bonus
- Licensure reimbursement
- CEU subscription
- 401(k)
- Online and printable materials
- 2 paid onboarding hours
About Us
We are a therapist-owned and managed company - we get it!
We understand the demands of being a therapist and believe clinicians deserve support, reasonable expectations, and the opportunity to focus on what they do best: helping students.
Our goal is to provide clinicians with the support and resources they need to be successful while working as part of a school-based team.
Qualifications
- Must hold a current Tennessee SLP license
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
- School-based experience preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Commitment to providing high-quality, student-centered services
If you're an SLP looking for a full-time school-based position, consistent schedule, competitive pay, and a supportive therapist-owned organization, we'd love to hear from you!
contact@golden-oaktherapies.com
Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- License reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Are you a Speech-Language Pathologist looking for a full-time, school-based position with a supportive team and a consistent school-calendar schedule?
We are seeking a full-time SLP to provide services in a school setting near Springfield, TN. This is an opportunity to work directly with students while collaborating with teachers, families, and other members of the educational team.
Position Details
- Full-time, in-person position
- 37.5 hours per week / 7.5 hours per day
- School-based caseload
- Provide direct speech-language therapy services
- Serve as a member of students' educational teams
- Participate in IEP meetings and related school-based responsibilities
- Monitor student progress and maintain appropriate documentation
- Collaborate with teachers, families, special education staff, and other school personnel
- Follow the school calendar, with school breaks and holidays off
- ASAP start date
Compensation & Benefits
- $55-60/hour (paid for both direct and indirect time at the same hourly rate)
- W-2 employment
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Completion bonus
- Licensure reimbursement
- CEU subscription
- 401(k)
- Online and printable materials
- 2 paid onboarding hours
About Us
We are a therapist-owned and managed company - we get it!
We understand the demands of being a therapist and believe clinicians deserve support, reasonable expectations, and the opportunity to focus on what they do best: helping students.
Our goal is to provide clinicians with the support and resources they need to be successful while working as part of a school-based team.
Qualifications
- Must hold a current Tennessee SLP license
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
- School-based experience preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Commitment to providing high-quality, student-centered services
If you're an SLP looking for a full-time school-based position, consistent schedule, competitive pay, and a supportive therapist-owned organization, we'd love to hear from you!
contact@golden-oaktherapies.com
Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- License reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Pediatric Developmental Services195
- Strides Therapy & Educational Services45
- PRO Companies43
- Effective School Solutions36
- Princeton Staffing Solutions24
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in School-Based occupational therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
- Current state occupational therapy license in the state of employment
- Experience writing and implementing individualized education program goals
- Proficiency in pediatric evaluation tools such as the Sensory Profile or PDMS
- School-based OT certification or state education department credential where required
- Experience collaborating with special education teams and conducting classroom observations
Tips for Your School-Based Occupational Therapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to IEP language
School districts scan for terms like individualized education program, goal-writing, and progress monitoring. Rewrite your resume bullets to match that language exactly, pulling phrases from real job postings so your application clears initial screening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school-based occupational therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by caseload type
Filter for postings that specify your preferred caseload, whether that is early childhood, autism spectrum, or secondary transition services. Applying to roles aligned with your clinical background makes your cover letter sharper and your interview answers more concrete.
Verify your state licensure before applying
Many districts require both a state OT license and a separate school-based certification or credential from your state's education department. Confirm you hold both before you apply, because hiring timelines rarely allow time to obtain them after an offer.
Prepare a caseload management example for interviews
Interviewers for school-based roles consistently ask how you handle large or complex caseloads. Prepare a specific example that covers prioritization, collaboration with special education teachers, and how you documented outcomes in your school's progress-reporting system.
Negotiate start date around the academic calendar
School-based offers are often tied to the district calendar, which limits flexibility. If you need a later start, raise it during the offer stage rather than after signing, and frame it around completing current commitments rather than personal preference.
School-Based Occupational Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school-based occupational therapists?
The most active employers for school-based occupational therapists right now are Pediatric Developmental Services, Strides Therapy & Educational Services, and PRO Companies, and the most openings are in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract staffing agencies and large urban school districts tend to post the highest volume of openings throughout the year.
How many school-based occupational therapist jobs are remote?
About 19% of school-based occupational therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most in-person roles requiring direct student contact. Teletherapy positions, particularly for evaluation writing, consultation services, and rural district contracts, make up the largest share of remote-eligible work in this specialty.
How do you become a school-based occupational therapist?
You need a master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program, followed by passing the NBCOT certification exam to earn your OTR credential. After that, you apply for a state OT license and, depending on your state, a separate school-based credential issued by the state education department. Fieldwork completed in pediatric or school settings strengthens your candidacy considerably.
How do you get hired as a school-based occupational therapist with little experience?
Districts and contract staffing agencies regularly hire new graduates, especially in underserved or rural areas with persistent shortages. Highlight any school-based fieldwork rotations, IEP exposure, or pediatric clinical hours on your resume. Applying to staffing agencies that place therapists in schools can accelerate your first placement because they handle credentialing logistics and match you to districts open to newer clinicians.
What does the school-based occupational therapist interview process look like?
Most school district interviews involve a phone screen with HR followed by an in-person or video panel with the special education director and sometimes a school principal. Expect scenario-based questions about caseload management, IEP goal-writing, and collaboration with teachers. Some districts ask you to review a sample IEP or describe how you would evaluate a student referred for sensory or fine motor concerns.
Where can I find and apply to school-based occupational therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to school-based occupational therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your state license, preferred caseload, and setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and availability.
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