Fast Facts

Proximity Learning is looking for a Virtual Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic services to K–12 students in a remote setting, requiring a New York certification and a commitment to fostering student engagement and success.

Responsibilities: Evaluate and assess students' therapy needs, develop IEPs, and implement individualized occupational therapy services, while collaborating with educational staff to integrate therapy into school activities.

Skills: Valid Occupational Therapist licensure, experience in a school setting, ability to design therapy programs, and proficiency in virtual collaboration tools.

Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year experience working in a school setting and flexibility to work during school hours.

Location: This is a remote position with no travel required.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $75,000 - $95,000.

Proximity Learning is seeking a Virtual Occupational Therapist to support K–12 students for the current school year. This role requires a dedicated, organized, patient, and compassionate professional to provide virtual therapeutic services that promote student participation, engagement, and success across academic settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to fostering student growth and collaboration within a supportive virtual learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate students to determine therapy needs and develop individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Conduct assessments to identify student needs and develop appropriate intervention plans.
• Implement individualized occupational therapy services to support fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional performance in the classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other educational staff to integrate therapy goals into daily school activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and comply with relevant educational and therapy regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Occupational Therapist licensure and certification appropriate for school settings.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a school setting, not including the internship year.
• Ability to design, implement, and modify school-based therapy programs as needed.
• Working knowledge of technology such as virtual tools/personal computers and platforms for data tracking, collaboration, and communication.
• Schedule flexibility (School day hours) and interest in working across time zones.

Location: This is a 100% remote role

This is a 1099 role that does not offer benefits.