Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Full-Time or Part-Time · Permanent or Temporary · School of Imagination | Dublin, CA

We're hiring occupational therapists in more than one configuration — full-time or part-time, permanent or temporary (including coverage for an upcoming clinician leave), and we welcome per-diem / substitute OTs as well. If you're a licensed pediatric OT, apply and let's talk about the fit that works for you.

About School of Imagination

School of Imagination is an inclusive early childhood education and therapy center in Dublin, California, serving children birth through age 5 with a range of developmental needs and learning profiles. We integrate speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis, and early intervention alongside our preschool program. Our mission is to bring out the extraordinary in every child — and we build that foundation through collaborative, family-centered, and evidence-based care.

Our team members are passionate about children's development, mission-aligned, and committed to working across disciplines to ensure that every child leaves us with stronger communication, regulation, learning, and life skills.

The Role: Occupational Therapist

The Occupational Therapist at School of Imagination is a core clinical partner in an integrated early childhood developmental care system — not a stand-alone service provider.

OT sits alongside Speech-Language Pathology, Applied Behavior Analysis, and Infant Development as one of four disciplines that collectively address communication, behavior, sensory regulation, motor development, and learning in young children. At SOI, OT strategies are embedded across classroom routines, treatment plans are built collaboratively with cross-discipline clinical teams, and skill generalization is a shared responsibility.

The right candidate isn't just a strong clinician — they think in terms of the whole child and understand that the sensory and motor foundation they're building directly supports what the SLP, the BCBA, and the classroom educator are also working on.

Key Responsibilities

The OT in this role carries a clinical caseload (scaled to full-time or part-time) while contributing to the integrated care infrastructure. On a typical week, that includes:

1. Assessment & Clinical Evaluation — Conduct standardized and clinical assessments of sensory processing, fine motor, gross motor, self-regulation, and functional daily living skills; write clear, actionable evaluation reports and treatment plans.
2. Direct Service Delivery — Deliver individual and small-group therapy aligned to each child's treatment plan and IEP goals; document progress and adjust interventions based on child response.
3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration — Participate in case conferences with Speech, ABA, and Infant Development colleagues; coordinate goals so approaches across disciplines are mutually reinforcing.
4. Documentation & Compliance — Complete required documentation in CentralReach accurately and on time; maintain compliance with billing, licensing, and clinical documentation standards.
5. Family & Caregiver Coaching — Provide parent and caregiver training to extend OT strategies into home and community settings.
6. Clinical Leadership & Organizational Contribution — Contribute to cross-discipline structures, team culture, and continuous improvement (scaled to role).

Required Qualifications

• California OT License (OTR/L) — required to begin
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
• Commitment to interprofessional collaboration and evidence-based practice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — particularly with families and interdisciplinary teams
• Proficiency with electronic health records (familiarity with CentralReach preferred but not required)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years in pediatric or early childhood settings
• Experience with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, or sensory processing needs
• Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish)
• Training in sensory integration, neurodevelopmental approaches, or family-centered early intervention
• Experience with IEP development and special education processes

Working Conditions

• Schedule options: Full-time or part-time; permanent or temporary. We currently have a temporary need covering a clinician's ~6-month leave and ongoing part-time / permanent capacity. Per-diem / substitute OTs welcome.
• Hours: Monday–Friday, business hours; part-time schedules flexible.
• Location: 9801 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA — in-person clinical work.
• Environment: Classroom, therapy rooms, and our campus in the Dublin hills — surrounded by nature with outdoor learning and gross-motor spaces.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time salary: $93,000–$110,000/year, based on experience and qualifications.
• Part-time / temporary / per-diem: hourly, commensurate with experience.
• Retention bonus: $5,000, paid after 6 months of continuous service.
• Benefits (benefit-eligible roles): medical, dental, vision; 401(k); generous PTO + paid holidays.
• Professional Development: continuing education support; training in our integrated care model.
• Mission-Driven Culture: work alongside experienced clinicians and educators on a deeply committed team.

Reporting Structure

This role reports directly to Charlene Sigman, Co-Founder & Executive Director.

How to Apply

Please send the following to Megan Mejia ( megan@schoolofimagination.org ):

1. Resume or CV
2. Brief cover letter — why you're drawn to integrated early childhood care and SOI's mission
3. Contact information for 2–3 professional references

Questions? Contact Shari Milligan, PHR (HR Support Specialist) — shari@schoolofimagination.org · (925) 829-9555 ext. 781.

Equal Opportunity

School of Imagination is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and actively recruit candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences, and we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where all team members belong.

Office: 9801 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568 · Web: schoolofimagination.org | happytalkers.org About Us: Bringing out the extraordinary in every child.

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Hourly pay, Daily paid, Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours

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