School Occupational Therapist
Ware Shoals, SC
EdTheory
5x8 hrs

# Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated, adaptable, and student-centered Occupational Therapist (OT) for a part-time, PRN position serving a couple of schools in the Ware Shoals, SC area 2 days a week. In this role, you will work closely with students, educators, and families to facilitate fine motor development, sensory processing, and functional independence within the academic environment.

Your mission will be to help students with physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges fully participate in school rituals, routines, and learning activities. This is an excellent, flexible opportunity for a therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit, supportive community.

## Key Responsibilities
Evaluations & Assessments: Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to determine students' functional capabilities, fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, and activities of daily living (ADLs) within the school.

IEP Development: Collaborate with the multidisciplinary educational team (teachers, parents, administrators) to develop, review, and implement measurable Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

Direct Therapy: Provide high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to students, focusing on handwriting, tool use, self-regulation, attention, and executive functioning skills.

Consultation & Collaboration: Train and collaborate with classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents on sensory diets, assistive technology, adaptive tools (e.g., pencil grips, modified seating), and classroom modifications.

Documentation: Maintain timely, accurate, and legally compliant documentation, including evaluation reports, daily progress notes, IEP paperwork, and Medicaid billing (if applicable).

Travel: Travel between a couple of designated school sites within the Ware Shoals area to deliver services.

## Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited program.

Licensure: Active (or eligible) license to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of South Carolina, along with NBCOT certification.

Experience: Previous experience in pediatrics or a school-based setting is highly preferred, but passionate clinicians looking to transition into schools are welcome to apply.

Skills: * Strong understanding of federal and state special education regulations (IDEA).

Excellent communication, time-management, and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently across multiple school sites.