School Services - School Occupational Therapist
Dover, DE
AHS Staffing
5x7 hrs, Days
$50-58/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x7 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration31 weeks
- SettingSchool
Pay
Description
School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – Dover, DE
$50–$58 per Hour | Full-Time | 2026–2027 School Year
Exciting Opportunity with PediaStaff!
PediaStaff is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time, school-based opportunity in the Dover, Delaware area! This position offers the opportunity to support students through direct therapy, evaluations, and collaboration with special education teams in a supportive school environment.
Position Details
- Location: Dover, DE
- Pay Rate: $50–$58 per hour
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 7:45 AM–3:15 PM
- Hours: 35 paid hours per week, 7 hours per day
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date: June 10, 2027
- Caseload: Approximately 35–40 students
- Setting: In-person, school-based
- Additional Responsibilities: Evaluations, goal development, and oversight of service plans for a COTA caseload (no direct COTA supervision required)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services to students.
- Conduct evaluations and determine eligibility for OT services.
- Develop measurable IEP goals and support individualized treatment plans.
- Review and approve goals and service plans for students receiving COTA services.
- Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Complete eligibility documentation, evaluations, and required reports.
- Monitor student progress and provide quarterly progress updates.
- Maintain accurate digital therapy notes and Medicaid-compliant documentation.
Qualifications
- Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
- Active Delaware Occupational Therapist license required.
- Previous pediatric experience required.
- School-based experience preferred.
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with educational and special education teams.
Why Join PediaStaff?
- Competitive weekly pay (W-2 employment)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Dedicated recruiter and clinical support
- Travel opportunities and tax-free stipends for eligible travelers
Interested? Let's Connect!
Kathryn Gaidry
Recruiting Consultant | PediaStaff
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About Dover, DE
As a in Dover, DE here's what you should know:- Dover's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Summer average highs range from 85-89°F, while winter average lows range from 23-27°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Dover and can be found with relative ease, especially in the downtown area.
- Dover is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on their own vehicles for getting around.
- Dover has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the proximity to the bay.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Dover offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, locally-owned shops, NASCAR races at the Dover Motor Speedway, Air Mobility Command Museum, Biggs Museum of American Art, and scenic hiking trails at St.
- Jones Reserve.
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