Occupational Therapist (OT) - School-Based - Sign on Bonus — Nashville, TN in Nashville, Tennessee at Thrive Therapies Group

Occupational Therapist (OT) - School-Based - Sign on Bonus Nashville, TN

Occupational Therapist (OT) - School-Based

Location: Nashville, TN

Job Type: Full-time, W-2

Schedule: 10-month school-year contract

Pay: $62,000-$65,100 per year

Help K-12 students participate, grow, and thrive at school.

About Thrive Therapies Group

Thrive Therapies Group is hiring Occupational Therapists (OTs) to support K-12 students in school-based settings across Washington. In this role, you will help students build the functional skills they need for greater independence, classroom participation, and success throughout the school day.

This opportunity is ideal for an Occupational Therapist who values student-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to make an impact beyond direct therapy sessions.

What You'll Do

Conduct school-based occupational therapy evaluations and reevaluations

Develop individualized, functional IEP goals

Provide individual and small-group occupational therapy services

Support student needs related to fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and classroom participation

Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications

Consult with teachers, paraprofessionals, and school staff on accommodations and strategies

Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary school teams

Maintain accurate service documentation, progress notes, and related records

Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program

NBCOT certification (OTR) in good standing

Active Washington OT license, or documented initiation of licensure transfer

Knowledge of IDEA, the IEP process, and the educational model of occupational therapy

Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills

Preferred Experience

School-based occupational therapy experience

Experience supporting K-12 students

Sensory integration training

Experience with AAC or assistive technology

Experience working with multidisciplinary teams in educational settings

Why Join Thrive Therapies Group

Make an Impact

Help students strengthen fine motor, sensory, self-care, and functional school participation skills that support success in the classroom and beyond.

Collaborative Team

Work closely with educators, families, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, school psychologists, behavioral specialists, and special education teams.

Technology Support

Use AI-supported documentation tools designed to help streamline service logs and progress notes.

Extend Your Impact Beyond Therapy

Help shape classroom supports, sensory strategies, adaptive equipment recommendations, and environmental modifications that support students throughout the school day.

Apply Today

If you are an Occupational Therapist looking for a full-time school-based opportunity in Tennessee, we encourage you to apply.