Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based
Part-Time | Middle School | Philadelphia, PA 19134
Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a caring, school-based Occupational Therapist (OT) to support 6–7 middle school students in a welcoming Philadelphia school community. This role includes a combination of screenings, treatment, and evaluations for emotional support (ES) students with handwriting and fine-motor needs.
What You’ll Do:
• Provide school-based OT services for a small caseload of middle schoolers
• Complete screenings, direct treatment, and evaluations
• Support ES students with self-regulation handwriting and functional school skills
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and PTS Clinical Directors
• Document services and participate in meetings as needed (with reimbursement!)
What We Offer:
• Flexible part-time schedule, potential for full time if desired
• Competitive independent-contractor rates
• Reimbursement for documentation, meetings, and report-writing
• Access to mentorship, the PTS School-Based Academy, and our resource library
• Opportunities to mentor fieldwork students if interested
Qualifications:
• PA Occupational Therapy License
• NBCOT certification
• Up-to-date clearances (FBI, PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal Background)
• Experience in school-based or pediatric settings is helpful but not required