OPT Therapy Services

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OPT Therapy Services partners with Delaware schools and districts to provide exceptional occupational and physical therapy for children with developmental disabilities. For over 25 years, OPT Therapy Services has partnered with Delaware schools and districts to provide exceptional occupational and physical therapy for children with developmental disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and deaf-blindness. Our dedicated, licensed therapists work directly in school environments, delivering compassionate, individualized care that supports student success, empowers families, and strengthens educational partnerships across the state.

Calling All Delaware Occupational & Physical Therapists!OPT Therapy Services is growing and we’re looking for passionate...
04/06/2026

Calling All Delaware Occupational & Physical Therapists!

OPT Therapy Services is growing and we’re looking for passionate occupational and physical therapists to join our pediatric team.

If you're looking for a career where you can:

✔ Make a real difference in children’s lives
✔ Work alongside a collaborative and supportive team of occupational and physical therapists
✔ Grow professionally in a positive environment

We’d love to connect with you.
✔ Full-time opportunities available
✔ Benefits including PTO, health, dental, vision, and retirement plans

Learn more about OPT and apply here by clicking the link in our bio or filling out the form below:

New month, new strategy.Try incorporating “visual timers” during routine or classroom transitions to reduce anxiety and ...
04/03/2026

New month, new strategy.

Try incorporating “visual timers” during routine or classroom transitions to reduce anxiety and increase independence.

Small supports can make a big difference.

03/30/2026

Spring sensory play, but make it developmental. 🐞
Looking for a simple activity to keep your child engaged and build important skills? Try this easy at-home spring sensory bin.

Fill a container with kinetic sand, mix in toy bugs or any fun spring toys, and have your child use a pair of small tongs or pincers to find and sort the bugs.

This fun activity helps children:
🐛 Build grip and hand strength
🐞Improve fine motor coordination
🐛Develop pincer grasp (important for writing and buttoning)
🐞Practice focus and attention
🐛 Strengthen hand-eye coordination
🐞 Support sensory exploration and regulation
Skills like these help children become more independent with everyday tasks like holding a pencil, using utensils, getting dressed, and opening containers.
Plus… it just feels like play. 🐛

Save this activity to try at home this spring!

Movement breaks are more than just a way for kids to “burn energy” — they actually help the brain regulate and refocus. ...
03/27/2026

Movement breaks are more than just a way for kids to “burn energy” — they actually help the brain regulate and refocus.

For many children with learning and developmental disabilities, especially those with autism, ADHD, sensory processing challenges, or developmental delays, sitting for long periods can be overwhelming. Short movement breaks help with transitions, regulate the nervous system, improve attention, and support learning.

If you’re a teacher looking for ideas in which you can integrate movement breaks into your classroom– follow us and try these fun movement ideas:

🐸 Frog Jumps
🌷Bear Crawls
🚶 Hallway Jumping Jack Resets

Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Tara, one of our wonderful OTs! 🎉Tara’s dedication, kindness, and passion fo...
03/26/2026

Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Tara, one of our wonderful OTs! 🎉

Tara’s dedication, kindness, and passion for helping students build the skills they need to succeed make such a positive impact every day. We are so grateful to have her as part of the OPT team and for the care she brings to the students and families she works with.

We hope you have an amazing day, Tara! 💙

Meet Andrea, one of our dedicated COTAs at OPT 💙Andrea supports students in building independence and confidence through...
03/25/2026

Meet Andrea, one of our dedicated COTAs at OPT 💙

Andrea supports students in building independence and confidence through functional, school-based therapy.

We’re so grateful for the impact she makes each day.

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our amazing PT Director, Diane! 🎉Diane’s dedication, knowledge, and leadersh...
03/24/2026

Join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our amazing PT Director, Diane! 🎉

Diane’s dedication, knowledge, and leadership make such a meaningful impact on the therapists she supports and the students she serves every day. Her passion for helping children grow, learn, and reach their full potential is truly inspiring to everyone at OPT.

We are so grateful to have Diane as part of our team and hope she has a wonderful birthday! 💙

Happy Birthday to our wonderful COTA, Andrea! 🎉Andrea brings so much care, patience, and positivity to the students she ...
03/24/2026

Happy Birthday to our wonderful COTA, Andrea! 🎉

Andrea brings so much care, patience, and positivity to the students she works with each day. Her commitment to helping children build confidence and independence through therapy makes a difference in so many lives.

We’re so lucky to have Andrea on the OPT team, and we are wishing her a fantastic birthday! 💙

Meet Brianna, one of our amazing COTAs 💙Brianna works directly with students to strengthen fine motor skills and classro...
03/18/2026

Meet Brianna, one of our amazing COTAs 💙

Brianna works directly with students to strengthen fine motor skills and classroom participation.

Her dedication and positivity shine through every school day.

Brianna, we are so lucky to have you on our team!

03/16/2026

Fine motor practice doesn’t have to be expensive, sometimes the best therapy tools are already in your kitchen!

This simple activity uses an empty parmesan cheese container and cut-up straws to help kids practice important fine motor and visual-motor skills. As children pick up and slide the straws into the small holes, they are strengthening the small muscles in their hands, improving hand-eye coordination, and working on finger isolation and precision! These are all skills that support everyday tasks like writing, buttoning, and using utensils.

✨ Want to level it up?
Turn it into a challenge or reward game! Set a timer and see how many straws they can insert in 30 seconds, or place a small prize or sticker inside the container once it’s filled. The excitement of earning the reward keeps kiddos motivated while they build important skills.

Sometimes the simplest activities create the biggest developmental wins. 💛

Mornings with your kiddo feeling a little chaotic? Try a simple visual checklist: 👕 Get dressed 🪥 Brush teeth 🎒 Pack bac...
03/13/2026

Mornings with your kiddo feeling a little chaotic?

Try a simple visual checklist:
👕 Get dressed
🪥 Brush teeth
🎒 Pack backpack
Visual structure supports independence and reduces stress for everyone.

Save and print this out to hang on your fridge!
To make it even more exciting, buy a few sticker sheets that your kiddos can use when marking off each checklist item!

Address

30 Prestbury Square, Suite 311
Newark, DE
19810

Website

https://www.opttherapy.com/

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