Occupational Therapist School

Overview

Chula Vista Elementary School District | Chula Vista, CA

Start Date:

ASAP | Possibility of Extension Into Next School Year

The Chula Vista Elementary School District is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join the team for the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year. This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive, low-stress environment with COTA assistance and a manageable caseload.

• Title:
  
  Occupational Therapist

• Openings: 1

• Start Date:
  
  ASAP

• Contract Length: 18 weeks (through the end of the school year)

• Last Day of School:
  June 5, 2026

• Schedule:
  
  7.5 hours/day

• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  37.5 hours/week

• Setting:
  Mild/Moderate & General Education

• Grade Levels: K–6

• Caseload: ~50 students

• Work Locations: 2 school sites (1 per day)

• Onsite:
  In-person

• Compensation

• Local Pay Rate: $60-65/hour

• Travel Pay Package: ~$2,745/week

• License:
  Active California OT License

• Experience:
  
  Experience preferred, but new grads are welcome

• Additional Notes:

• Supportive, low-key assignment

• COTA support provided

• Not the Right Fit?

If you are an OT and this position doesn’t align with what you’re looking for, I’d be happy to discuss additional opportunities that may be a better match.

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

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Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.