Occupational Therapist at Milwaukee Scholars (Part-Time)

About the Role

Milwaukee Scholars Charter School, opened in 2011 and serving students K4-8 in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an Occupational Therapist. At Milwaukee Scholars, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Milwaukee Scholars Charter School

• Student loan forgiveness program available for eligible staff.
• Starting pay above recently adjusted market scales.
• Supported by an experienced leadership team.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
• High-level support provided for all staff members.
• Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.
• Recognition as one of Milwaukee's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services in accordance with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 plans.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of fine motor, visual-motor & visual-perception, sensory processing and regulation, motor coordination and planning, and functional skills, for students referred for special education or related services.
• Participate in the IEP and Section 504 processes, including eligibility determinations, annual reviews, progress monitoring, and service planning.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and adjust evidence-based occupational therapy interventions aligned to student goals.
• Collaborate as an active member of the multidisciplinary special education team to deliver coordinated and student-centered services.
• Consult with teachers, administrators, parents, and relevant stakeholders regarding students' skill development.
• Work closely with classroom teachers to integrate occupational therapy strategies and goals into the educational environment and daily routines.
• Provide training and guidance to staff and families on effective strategies to support students in inclusive and mainstream settings.
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and activities, including physical, sensory, manual, creative, and play-based interventions, to support student development and engagement.
• Recommend, design, and support the use of adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and classroom accommodations as appropriate.
• Maintain an accurate caseload, service schedule, and therapy documentation, including service logs and progress notes, in compliance with state, federal, and organizational requirements.
• Communicate changes in student needs or caseload status to the Special Education Administrator in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information and student records.
• Participate in school-based initiatives such as screenings, problem-solving teams, or intervention supports.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current with best practices, research, and regulatory requirements.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences and other meetings as needed to discuss student progress and therapy plans.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the building principal.

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid state Occupational Therapy licensure.
• Wisconsin: Occupational Therapist License issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services and the Wisconsin Department of Instruction.

Preferred:

• School-based or pediatric occupational therapy experience.
• Experience working with diverse or at-risk student populations.
• Familiarity with IEPs, Section 504 plans, and special education compliance requirements.
• Strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills.