School-Based Occupational Therapy Opportunity

Job DetailsJob Location: Springfield, MO 65807
Join Our Team as a School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Competitive pay up to $50 per hour based upon experience. W-2 position.


The Arc of the Ozarks

Are you an Occupational Therapist who thrives when working directly with children - helping them develop the functional, sensory, and motor skills they need to succeed in school and life? Do you want to step into a role where your expertise truly shapes a student’s future?

 

If so, this school-based OT opportunity is the perfect place to make an extraordinary impact.

 

Why This Role Is Special

As an OT with The Arc of the Ozarks, you’ll have the opportunity to work directly inside school environments, meeting students right where they are and providing support in one of the most pivotal developmental settings of their lives. Every school visit, every breakthrough moment, every connection you build helps a child gain confidence, independence, and the skills they need to thrive academically and socially.

 

What You’ll Do



Provide assessments, treatment plans, and interventions for occupational performance, fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and functional independence


Deliver services on-site in schools, building relationships with students, teachers, and the educational team


Collaborate closely with families, caregivers, educators, and other professionals


Support and supervise OT assistants, as needed


Utilize evidence-based techniques to create measurable progress


Maintain accurate documentation and uphold Missouri DESE standards


Continue growing through professional development


Be available on-site two days per week



What You Bring



Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy


NBCOT Certification & Missouri OT License (in good standing)


EMR proficiency and basic Microsoft Office skills


Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and a valid driver’s license


Strong communication and problem-solving skills


Commitment to student-centered, school-based intervention


Passion for making a difference through connection, compassion, and skill-building



What We Offer



Competitive pay up to $50/hour


Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (available Day 1!)


Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance


403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer match (after 1 year)


Paid Time Off, including Vacation, 7 Paid Holidays, and Your Birthday Off


Annual wage increase opportunities


Career advancement pathways


Employee Assistance Program & wellness resources



Be Part of Something Meaningful

 

At The Arc of the Ozarks, you’re not just providing services—you’re empowering students to participate, engage, and thrive in school and life. This is your chance to step into a fulfilling, relationship-driven OT role where your expertise changes lives every day.

 

Apply Now & Start Making an Impact