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Job description
Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Duration: 41 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Local Contract
Your next OT opportunity could be closer than you think! Let’s find a position that fits your career goals and lifestyle.
Cross Country Education is building our team of Occupational Therapists (OTs) for current and upcoming school-based opportunities in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Whether you're an experienced school-based OT or a newly licensed graduate looking for a supportive environment to grow, we can help you find an opportunity that aligns with your experience and schedule.
Why Join Cross Country Education?
Competitive Pay: Earn $50.00–$60.00 per hour, based on assignment type, experience, and qualifications, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
Predictable Schedules: Assignments typically offer 37.5–40 hours per week, with no weekend requirements.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) match, and paid sick leave available within 30 days.
Traveler-Friendly Opportunities: Eligible travelers may receive housing, meal, and material stipends, along with licensing and CEU reimbursement.
Professional Support: Work with a team dedicated to helping you find an assignment that matches your professional goals and preferences.
What You’ll Do
As a school-based Occupational Therapist, you’ll:
Provide occupational therapy services to support students’ academic and functional needs.
Evaluate students and develop individualized treatment plans.
Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation.
Help students build skills for success at school and in everyday activities.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or a related field
Active Occupational Therapy license or certification
Pediatric or school-based Occupational Therapy experience is appreciated
New graduates who have received their licensure are welcome to apply!
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Cross Country Education Job ID #a2m98f7l2to6. Posted job title: School Occupational Therapist
About Cross Country Education
Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.
nWe guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.
Worksite address
elizabeth, NJ, 07215, US
Who can apply
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