Fine Motor Skills Gross Motor Skills Occupational Therapist School Setting inTijeras, NM

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A full-time Occupational Therapist position is available in Tijeras, NM, supporting both elementary and secondary school students. This contract role offers a caseload of approximately 40-45 students, providing an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in school-based occupational therapy.

Responsibilities include assessing and addressing a variety of needs related to fine and gross motor skills to enhance students educational experiences. Duties involve developing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with educators and families, and delivering on-site therapeutic interventions that support students' functional participation in school activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Current or ability to obtain New Mexico RLD license and NMPED license
• Preferred experience working in school settings with pediatric caseloads
• Skilled in fine motor and gross motor skill development strategies
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities to work with school staff and families
• Ability to provide hands-on, in-person therapy services; virtual support is not available for this assignment

Location: Tijeras, NM on-site only

Job Details:

• Full-time (1.0 FTE) occupational therapist
• 37.5 hours per week
• School-based contract assignment
• Caseload of approximately 40-45 students
• Competitive pay with full benefits and 401K matching

This opportunity is ideal for occupational therapists passionate about pediatric practice within school environments and eager to engage directly with students to foster their development and participation.

Applications are being reviewed immediately. Qualified candidates interested in making a positive impact in Tijeras schools are encouraged to apply promptly.