Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We're currently seeking a full-time, in-person *Occupational Therapist* to support a school in *Maricopa County, Arizona* for the *2026/2027* school year. *Position Details:* * Start Date: ASAP * End Date: Dec 18, 2026 * Location: Maricopa County, Arizona * On-Site, 40 hours per week * School Year: 2026/2027 *Qualifications:* * Active Occupational Therapist (OT) license/credential required for practicing in the role's location. * Experience supporting students' functional participation needs in a school-based setting. * Familiarity working within IEP and/or 504 accommodations and school-based documentation expectations. * Strong collaboration skills with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams. * Clear communication and professional judgment in student support planning and follow-through. *Responsibilities:* * Deliver school-based occupational therapy services aligned to student plans and educational access needs. * Support fine-motor development and functional classroom skills (e.g., written output and tool use) as appropriate to student goals. * Implement sensory regulation supports and strategies to help students participate successfully in learning routines. * Recommend and help implement adaptations, assistive tools, and environment modifications to reduce barriers. * Track student progress and coordinate with the school team to adjust supports based on observed outcomes. *What We Offer* * Competitive pay and benefits package. * Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options. * Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly. * Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement. * Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals. * Opportunities for professional growth and development. *Why Apply?* If you're passionate about helping students access learning and thrive in their school day--and you enjoy working collaboratively with educators and related service teams--this role offers meaningful impact in a supportive, student-centered setting. Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you! Employer Details: * * Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. * * In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. * * Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments. * * Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. * * Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.