Entry Level School-Based Occupational Therapist Jobs
New grad school-based occupational therapist jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong fieldwork rotations or student placement documentation can carry more weight than a long work history. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Compass Health Network, Centerstone, and Easter Seals hiring at this level now.
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School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant – Volusia County Schools
Schedule: Full-Time or PRN, Monday–Friday, school hours only
Benefits (Full-Time Staff): Comprehensive insurance + paid time off + school-year schedule
Make a lasting difference-one child at a time.
Easterseals Florida is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our school-based therapy team serving students across Volusia County Schools. If you're passionate about helping children reach their full potential while enjoying the rhythm of the school year, this is a wonderful opportunity to do meaningful work with a supportive team.
Thinking about making the transition to school-based therapy? We provide mentorship and support to help you succeed. Enjoy a school-year schedule and flexible scheduling within the school day. This is an excellent opportunity for parents or professionals seeking greater work-life balance.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Follows the school schedule: Work during the academic year, with evenings, weekends, and summers off.
- Paid school holidays (for full-time staff), including Winter Break and Spring Break.
- Optional summer work: Opportunity to sign up for Extended School Year (ESY) assignments for additional earnings.
- Supportive, collaborative environment within a mission-driven organization that values both its staff and the families it serves.
What You'll Do:
- Implement treatment plans developed by supervising therapists
- Provide quality therapy services to pediatric clients while supporting their developmental and functional goals
- Document client progress, treatment outcomes, and billing information in accordance with program and regulatory requirements
- Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and related systems, including Office 365, Teams, and Outlook
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure coordinated care
- Assist with managing therapy equipment, including recommendations, ordering, and education for families and staff
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment
- Support clients across various Easterseals programs as needed
- Protect client confidentiality and comply with all privacy and HIPAA requirements
- Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous learning
What You Bring
- Associate's degree from a physical therapist assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Current Florida Physical Therapy assistant (PTA) License
- National Provider Identifier (NPI) preferred
- Pediatric experience... we will train! Mentorship provided
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Knowledge of therapy-related equipment and safety procedures
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Integrity, tact, and sound judgement
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, lift and carry children weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive our vehicles, as required, to drive and transport passengers for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)
Join Easterseals Florida and enjoy the best of both worlds - meaningful, school-year work that supports children's growth, and the time to recharge and renew each summer.
Apply today to bring your passion for pediatric therapy to where it matters most-our schools!
Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 – 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.
Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).
Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.
Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant – Volusia County Schools
Schedule: Full-Time or PRN, Monday–Friday, school hours only
Benefits (Full-Time Staff): Comprehensive insurance + paid time off + school-year schedule
Make a lasting difference-one child at a time.
Easterseals Florida is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our school-based therapy team serving students across Volusia County Schools. If you're passionate about helping children reach their full potential while enjoying the rhythm of the school year, this is a wonderful opportunity to do meaningful work with a supportive team.
Thinking about making the transition to school-based therapy? We provide mentorship and support to help you succeed. Enjoy a school-year schedule and flexible scheduling within the school day. This is an excellent opportunity for parents or professionals seeking greater work-life balance.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Follows the school schedule: Work during the academic year, with evenings, weekends, and summers off.
- Paid school holidays (for full-time staff), including Winter Break and Spring Break.
- Optional summer work: Opportunity to sign up for Extended School Year (ESY) assignments for additional earnings.
- Supportive, collaborative environment within a mission-driven organization that values both its staff and the families it serves.
What You'll Do:
- Implement treatment plans developed by supervising therapists
- Provide quality therapy services to pediatric clients while supporting their developmental and functional goals
- Document client progress, treatment outcomes, and billing information in accordance with program and regulatory requirements
- Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and related systems, including Office 365, Teams, and Outlook
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure coordinated care
- Assist with managing therapy equipment, including recommendations, ordering, and education for families and staff
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment
- Support clients across various Easterseals programs as needed
- Protect client confidentiality and comply with all privacy and HIPAA requirements
- Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous learning
What You Bring
- Associate's degree from a physical therapist assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
- Current Florida Physical Therapy assistant (PTA) License
- National Provider Identifier (NPI) preferred
- Pediatric experience... we will train! Mentorship provided
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Knowledge of therapy-related equipment and safety procedures
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Integrity, tact, and sound judgement
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, lift and carry children weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive our vehicles, as required, to drive and transport passengers for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)
Join Easterseals Florida and enjoy the best of both worlds - meaningful, school-year work that supports children's growth, and the time to recharge and renew each summer.
Apply today to bring your passion for pediatric therapy to where it matters most-our schools!
Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 – 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.
Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).
Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.
Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
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Entry Level School-Based Occupational Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level school-based occupational therapist job?
Start by ensuring your NBCOT certification is complete and your state licensure is in progress or secured, since schools require both before your first day. Highlight any fieldwork hours completed in pediatric or educational settings, as hands-on school experience signals readiness to hiring coordinators. A concise cover letter addressing IEP familiarity and collaboration with teachers gives entry level candidates a concrete edge over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire entry level school-based occupational therapists?
Companies hiring entry level school-based occupational therapists right now include Compass Health Network, Centerstone, and Easter Seals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of therapy staffing agencies, school districts, and pediatric rehabilitation providers that routinely bring on new graduates and build their caseloads from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level school-based occupational therapist jobs?
Yes, though most school-based roles are on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level school-based occupational therapist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve teletherapy services, evaluation report writing, or consultation support rather than direct in-person student sessions.
Are these new grad school-based occupational therapist jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad friendly and explicitly welcome recent graduates, junior candidates, and those with zero to two years of experience. A new grad posting at this level typically accepts completed fieldwork rotations or a student placement in lieu of professional work history, and may offer structured mentorship or supervision support during the first year of practice.
Which industries hire the most entry level school-based occupational therapists?
Entry Level school-based occupational therapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because public funding cycles, special education caseload growth, and state-mandated therapy ratios create steady demand for newly licensed occupational therapists willing to work directly in school environments.