The Quad Preparatory School·New York
The occupational therapist will provide individual and group therapy services to neurodiverse students in grades 6-12 within a collaborative school model. They are responsible for integrating sensory and executive functioning goals into the classroom and maintaining clinical progress records.
Upper School Occupational Therapist: Opening for the 2025-26 and 2026-2027 School Year
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Upper School Clinical Director
Salary Range: $69,000-$98,000
At Quad Prep, we are on a mission — to transform the lives of neurodiverse, twice-exceptional people by redefining the experience of school. Through the collective, collaborative, and empathic work of our teachers and clinicians, we are empowering our students to engage with the exciting and wonderful diversity of this world.
As we enter our 13th year, we are excited to welcome fellow innovators and collaborative colleagues to our team to be a part of this inspiring and impactful mission. At Quad Prep, a New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Accredited School, we are eager to create challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students, to seek diverse perspectives, and to work together to continuously refine and redefine best practices in neurodiverse education. The Quad Preparatory School actively seeks to advance diversity through its programs and hiring.
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At Quad Prep, we are guided by values that we hold dear and we have developed an innovative set of practices to meet our mission. We are:
We function with an exceedingly deep degree of collaboration.
We are steadfast and are accountable to our students and each other.
We value continued growth and learning.
At Quad Prep, we dig deep to meet our mission.
The Quad Preparatory School is looking for a full-time occupational therapist to join our team of clinicians in our Upper School division. The occupational therapist works with a caseload of students in 6th-12th grade. Clinical services in our Upper School are provided in a highly collaborative and integrated manner so as to generalize skills for success in natural and nuanced environments. Occupational therapists have the opportunity to receive mentorship from senior clinicians, as well as through our consultative services provided by Special Programs in Occupational Therapy Services (SPOTS), a highly-regarded practice in New York City.
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Passion for working with children 2.
Desire and ability to work with students with special needs 3.
Ability to connect with middle and high school- age children 4.
Knowledge of various clinical interventions and use of a collaborative approach to meet the unique needs of each child 5.
Effective oral and written communication skills 6.
A solid understanding of adolescent children’s academic, social, and emotional development 7.
Attention to detail 8.
Maintaining confidentiality and privacy 9.
Ethical conduct 10.
Time management and the ability to multitask 11.
Teamwork and collaboration 12.
Patience and flexibility
This job operates in a school setting. The school is located on the ground, fifth, and sixth floors of a building with an elevator. This role requires working in various locations around the school and occasional travel to the Lower School campus approximately two blocks away.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.
This position is active and involves continuous standing, walking, and climbing stairs.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items under 20 pounds.
Typing is required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This is a full-time exempt position in an educational facility that is open eight hours a day. Teachers, psychosocial teachers, and staff clinicians work ten months out of the year according to the academic calendar (late August to late June). Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required, anticipate at least three of these events throughout the year. In general, though, hours are Monday-Friday 8am - 4pm.
Compensation is dependent upon experience and degree obtained.
At Quad Prep full-time (or over 30 hours per week) employees will have access to a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), pre-tax transit, and dependent care (DC FSA) accounts; a 401K match, and student loan repayment contributions (after one year of employment); and a range of professional development opportunities, including our First Year Support Program for all new facility and staff; our Leadership Development Institute for those wishing to gain supervisory experience; and a full tuition waiver for candidates wishing to participate in our annual Certificate Program in Meeting the Needs of Twice-Exceptional Students.
All staff will engage with colleagues in our ongoing staff wellness groups, relax at our social events, and collaborate in meaningful work as a valued member of our voluntary groups, including our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taskforce; our Staff Ambassador Program; and our Peer Mentorship Program.
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***Note that all employees are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. Medical and Religious Exemptions may be provided.***
The Quad Preparatory School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People and Culture department at peopleandculture@quadprep.org [peopleandculture@quadprep.org].
The Quad Preparatory School is based on an inclusive philosophy that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, familial status, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law in its hiring procedures and policies.
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***Note that currently, all employees are requested to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. In the event of an outbreak of COVID-19 or any other communicable or infectious disease, or any public-health condition designated by the New York State Commissioner of Health, that in the School's sole discretion requires operational changes, the School reserves the right to establish and modify health and safety protocols, including requiring vaccination and/or vaccine boosters, testing, or other health requirements and requests for proof of compliance. ***
The Quad Preparatory School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People and Culture department at peopleandculture@quadprep.org.
The Quad Preparatory School is based on an inclusive philosophy that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, familial status, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law in its hiring procedures and policies.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid OTR/L license in New York State. Experience working with children with varying learning needs is required, with preference given to those with experience in twice-exceptional or adolescent populations.
Market context
Demand for occupational therapists in New York upper school settings is often tied to student support needs in academic, sensory, and functional skills services. These roles can be competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, a New York OTR/L license, and experience with children with varied learning needs, especially twice-exceptional or adolescent students. Before applying, compare how your background matches the age group and service model; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits can help you review the original posting faster.
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