School Services - School Occupational Therapist

Job DescriptionPeopleFirst Education Staffing is seeking a School Services School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Montague, California.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Occupational TherapistDiscipline: School ServicesStart Date: 08/10/2026Duration: 43 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelThe Occupational Therapist works under the immediate supervision of a Program Manager/Principal. The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy assessment, consultation to school personnel and/or direct treatment to children from birth to age 22 who qualify for occupational therapy, and works with special education teams in identifying services needed for special education.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS• Graduation from an accredited program in occupational therapy• Currently registered with the National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (CCR3051.6)• Holds a valid California License for Occupational TherapistsPREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS• Experience working with TK-12 students• Experience working with individuals with disabilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSMay include, but not limited to the following:• Evaluate students using standardized and non-standardized tests and observe activities that involvemotor tasks, sensory processing and functional skills• Evaluate sensory impairments and perceptual motor skills and make recommendations to staffregarding methods and information to improve functional skills in the classroom• Evaluate abnormal patterns of posture and movement and instructs teachers in positioning andhandling techniques for improved function• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members in the special education program to identifyeducational methods, needs and services for students• Assist teachers in developing functional and achievable motor goals in the educational setting for theIndividualized Educational Plan (IEP); provides reports for use in IEP committees, attends IEPmeetings as required and maintains progress notes on student records• Train classroom staff on body mechanics and lifting safety as it pertains to specific students,equipment, and environmentsPeopleFirst Education Staffing Job ID #27-00002. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.About PeopleFirst Education StaffingWe believe a perfect match requires more than just a resume—it requires a deep understanding of school culture and professional aspirations. By listening first, we ensure every placement serves the unique needs of students and the long-term goals of our educators.When landscapes shift, we don't pull back; we adapt. Our commitment is defined by empathy and follow-through, ensuring that both hiring leaders and job seekers have a partner they can trust from the first interview to the final bell.BenefitsWeekly payReferral bonusLicense and certification reimbursementRetention bonus