Company: Princeton Staffing Solutions
Contract Type: W2 – Local or Travel Contract
Location: Columbia, MO
Start Date & End Date: ASAP for school year 2025-26
Weekly Hours: In person, 37.5 hrs a week
Student Age Group: K-12
Experience Required: Prior experience as a school-based Occupational Therapist (preferred)
Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide related therapy services within a public school setting. This school-based OT role involves working with students receiving special education services, supporting their physical, emotional, sensory, and self-care development to help them achieve IEP goals.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct assessments using diagnostic tools to evaluate fine motor, visual-motor, perceptual, sensory-motor, and self-care skills.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams, including teachers, therapists, and families.
Develop and implement IEPs with measurable goals and objectives tailored to each student's needs.
Deliver therapy sessions through individual, group, or consultative models based on IEP requirements.
Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports.
Support student independence and participation in the academic environment.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Valid State Occupational Therapy License
Educational/Teacher Certification if mandated by state guidelines
Experience in pediatrics, sensory integration, neurodevelopmental therapy (preferred)
CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)
Preferred Experience
Prior experience working in school-based OT roles
Understanding of IDEA and state-specific special education regulations
Skilled in writing and executing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Familiarity with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, and other disabilities
Why Join Princeton Staffing Solutions?
About Princeton Staffing Solutions
Established in 2016, Princeton Staffing Solutions (PSS) is a top-tier staffing agency that connects talented Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists with rewarding opportunities in schools across the country. We partner with public, charter, and specialized schools to support students ages Birth to 21 with various disabilities, including Autism, ADHD, developmental delays, orthopedic impairments, and more.
We pride ourselves on fostering meaningful relationships with our providers. From the initial job search to the end of your assignment, our expert recruiters and clinical support team ensure you are equipped for success and growth in your career.
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Missouri School-Based • Columbia, MO, USA
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