Job Description
Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We’re partnering with a school district in Plymouth County, MA to hire dedicated school-based Occupational Therapists for the 2025–2026 school year. This role focuses on early childhood/preschool students and requires familiarity with the Toni Linder Play Date Assessment.
As a school-based OT, you will work closely with a team of five professionals including an SLP, School Psychologist, Special Education Teacher, Adjustment Counselor, and another OT. You will observe approximately six children per week, draw conclusions based on play, evaluate children by observation, develop plans to support integration, and host meetings with parents to discuss progress and recommendations.
Position Details:
- Location: In-person, Plymouth County, MA
- Schedule: Full-time or part-time
- School Year: Remainder of 2025/2026, with potential to extend
Responsibilities:
- Conduct observations and assessments of preschool-aged children using the Toni Linder Play Date Assessment
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to create individualized plans for each child
- Host parent meetings to discuss observations, progress, and strategies to support development
- Use play-based evaluation techniques to draw conclusions about each child’s needs and abilities
- Integrate children into classroom and social activities effectively
- Document observations, progress, and recommendations for each child
Qualifications:
- Licensed Occupational Therapist in Massachusetts
- Experience with early childhood and preschool-aged students
- Familiarity with Toni Linder Play Date Assessment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with a multidisciplinary team
- Passion for supporting the social, emotional, and developmental growth of children
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options
- Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly
- Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement
- Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Why Apply?
If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.
Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!
Employer Details:
Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
Onward Search offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.
Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.