Occupational Therapist (OT) - School Setting, 2026-27 School Year!
Listed compensation
$64-$70/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
SPEECHCOM, INC is excited to announce a full-time opportunity for a passionate and motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our Supportive and Collaborative School-Based Team in Paramount, California. If you’re looking to grow, feel supported, and make an impact, this is the perfect place for you!
Position Highlights
- Rate of Pay: $64-70 per hour W2 (depending on experience)
- Immediate start through end of school year
- Full-Time: 40 Hours per Week; 5 days per week, grades K-12th
- In-person Assignment
About US
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) who is committed to student success, values collaboration, and thrives in a supportive environment. This role is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to step into the school setting and build meaningful experience supporting students.
Whether you are an Occupational Therapist (OT) who has school-based experience or whether you are emerging as an occupational therapist in this setting, we encourage you to apply!
Why Work with US
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Spread Pay Plan Option
- Supportive Work Environment
- Responsive Clinical Leadership
Complimentary Interview Prep Session
- Free annual membership to SpeechPathology.com, providing unlimited access to high-quality continuing education courses and CEUs across multiple disciplines, including Occupational Therapists (OT).
- 401(k) after one year
Company Sponsored Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential mental health counseling, financial and legal resources, wellness tools, and work-life support for you and your family.
- Referral Program
What YOU Need
- Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Active License in Occupational Therapy (State of California)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with students, teachers, and families.
- Must possess sufficient technology skills to complete IEP documentation and communicate effectively via email.
- If you are a dedicated occupational therapist ready to join a dynamic and supportive team, we would love to connect with you!
- Apply today and join a community that truly values its therapists!
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Requirements
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive student assessments to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implement therapeutic interventions to enhance student mobility and daily living skills.
- Collaborate with other service providers to ensure effective discharge planning and continuity of care.
- Educate parents and families on treatment goals.
- Document student progress and adjust care plans as necessary to meet evolving needs.
- Provide support and guidance for students with disabilities and those requiring early intervention.
Required Skills
Skilled in communicating verbally and in writing with students, faculty members, and parents so that all parties understand the program and the degree of progress being made. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Education and Experience
- Master's or Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy
- CA state-issued license as an Occupational Therapist
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (627 salary observations; 2,011 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,521 salary observations; 25,570 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$139k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 44 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
Speechcom holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 11 active listings.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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