School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – 2026-2027 School Year

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Position Summary

Occupational Therapist

The Occupational Therapist will work under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Achievement. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing high-quality, school-based occupational therapy services to support students’ access to instruction, participation in the school environment, and progress toward individualized goals. This role provides both direct and indirect services to students and collaborates closely with families, school teams, and network support staff to ensure students, particularly students with disabilities, receive appropriate and compliant support.

Essential Functions

Student Services and Support

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services to students across Rocketship school sites.
• Deliver direct and indirect occupational therapy support aligned to students’ Individualized Education Programs, 504 Plans, and identified educational needs.
• Support students with sensory, motor, adaptive, self-regulation, and functional participation needs within the school environment.
• Assist with the implementation of occupational therapy recommendations, accommodations, modifications, and supports.
• Monitor student progress and adjust services and recommendations based on student needs, data, and team input.

Evaluations, IEPs, and 504 Plans

• Lead specialized evaluations related to sensory-motor development, functional school participation, and occupational therapy needs.
• Prepare clear, thorough, and compliant assessment reports in accordance with applicable timelines and requirements.
• Develop educationally relevant IEP goals, objectives, service recommendations, and intervention plans.
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings to present evaluation findings, present levels of performance, student progress, and recommended services and supports.
• Attend and participate in 504 meetings, as appropriate, to share evaluation findings, student needs, and recommended accommodations or supports.
• Collaborate with IEP and 504 teams to help finalize student plans that are appropriate, compliant, and driven by student needs.

Collaboration and Consultation

• Partner with teachers, school leaders, families, and related service providers to support inclusive practices and student success.
• Provide consultation and guidance to administrators, teachers, and parents regarding general education and special education supports.
• Support school teams through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports process, when appropriate.
• Work with families to build understanding of student needs, disability-related supports, and strategies that promote student success.
• Assist in providing in-service training and professional learning to parents, teachers, administrators, professionals, and paraprofessionals.
• Coordinate, communicate, and consult with community agencies or outside providers, as appropriate.
• Serve as a collaborative member of the ISE Network Support Team and provide guidance to the organization as needed.

Compliance and Documentation

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation, including service logs, evaluation records, progress updates, and required student records.
• Meet all required timelines related to evaluations, IEPs, 504 Plans, service delivery, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain a compliant occupational therapy practice in alignment with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and professional standards.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, families, school personnel, and network staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator.

Salary Details

• Salary band for this role ranges from $70,000 to $77,500 annually. Final salary will be determined based on relevant experience and in accordance with the applicable salary schedule for related service pro