Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Competitive salary
SCHOOL OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST The Shirley Aninias School | New York, NY | Full-Time, 12-Month | $80,000–$95,000
ABOUT THE ROLE The Shirley Aninias School (SAS) is a private, 12-month, behavior-based elementary program serving neurodiverse students ages 4–13. We're seeking a dedicated School Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our multidisciplinary team. The OT helps students develop the fine motor, sensory, and adaptive skills they need to access their education and participate fully in the school day, through direct therapy, staff collaboration, classroom accommodations, and student support planning.
RESPONSIBILITIES Assessment & Planning
Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations of students' motor, sensory, self-care, and environmental needs
Collaborate with IEP teams to develop, review, and revise OT goals and objectives
Develop individualized treatment plans that support success across academic and functional settings
Therapeutic Interventions
Provide direct OT services in individual or small-group settings per student IEPs
Design interventions for fine motor coordination, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, and daily living skills
Recommend adaptive strategies, modifications, and tools that support engagement and independence
Data Collection & Reporting
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress monitoring
Track and report student progress to the IEP team, staff, and families
Conduct periodic re-evaluations to adjust therapy plans and support ongoing IEP development
Collaboration & Communication
Integrate OT goals into daily routines with teachers, staff, and related service providers
Participate in IEP and multidisciplinary team meetings
Communicate with families on progress, goals, and home practice
Train and consult staff on sensory tools, motor strategies, and adaptive techniques
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physically support students with motor needs (kneeling, bending, floor-level work)
Engage in active play, transitions, and movement-based classroom tasks
Lift and manage therapy equipment/adaptive materials (up to 35 lbs)
Maintain visual/auditory supervision and travel between classrooms and therapy spaces
Current First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain
QUALIFICATIONS Required
Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
Current NYS OT license in good standing
Minimum of two years of experience in a school or clinical setting
Strong organizational, documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Desired
Experience working with neurodiverse student populations
Flexible, compassionate, and committed to student-centered, inclusive practices
Engaged in ongoing professional development and current with best practices in school-based OT
WHAT WE OFFER $80,000–$95,000 commensurate with experience, plus matching 401(k), health/dental/vision, long-term disability, commuter benefits, generous leave, and ongoing training.
The Shirley Aninias School is an equal opportunity employer.