Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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$50-$60/hr

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Job Description

  • Occupational Therapist (OT) | School-Based | 2026–2027 School Year
  • Elk River, MN | Preschool–12th Grade | Full-Time (with Part-Time Options Available)
  • Starting Pay: $50–$60/hour (based on experience)
  • Full-time preferred, with part-time options available
  • Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical insurance, 401(k) match, PTO aligned to the school calendar, licensure and continuing education reimbursement
  • Join a collaborative OT team with dedicated workspace, thoughtful scheduling, and ongoing clinical support.

Hello Occupational Therapists! AnthroMed Education is a team of former educators and clinicians dedicated to connecting exceptional professionals with meaningful opportunities in schools.

We are hiring Occupational Therapists (OTs) in Elk River, MN, for the 2026–2027 school year, with full-time leave opportunities beginning in November and an additional part-time opportunity beginning in January.

We welcome experienced clinicians and licensed OTs who are excited to make a difference in school-based practice.

This opportunity offers a collaborative team environment, flexible scheduling, and thoughtfully organized building assignments. With shared workspace for documentation and preparation, opportunities for daily collaboration, and a variety of student populations, this is a great fit for Occupational Therapists who value connection with colleagues and a sustainable approach to supporting students.

What Your Role Will Look Like

Available Positions

  • 2 Full-Time Occupational Therapist (1.0 FTE), leave coverage from November 2026–March 2027
  • 1 Part-Time Occupational Therapist (0.5 FTE), January 2027 through the end of the 2026–2027 school year

Flexible coverage options are available for clinicians interested in covering some or all of the available needs.

Caseload & Responsibilities

  • Grade Levels: Preschool–12th grade, with assignments varying by building and student needs
  • Caseload: Student assignments vary by building, programming, and level of support needed

Service Model: Primarily indirect and consultative services, with direct services provided as student needs require

Student Population: Includes early childhood, center-based special education programs, students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and students with sensory and functional support needs

Responsibilities: Support students' fine motor, sensory, and daily living skills as they relate to educational participation, while collaborating with educators and special education teams

Team & Workplace Support

  • Collaborative OT team with opportunities for regular consultation and shared problem-solving
  • Centralized workspace for documentation, preparation, and collaboration
  • Additional workspace available within assigned buildings
  • Professional development opportunities available, with flexible participation

Clinical Support Through AnthroMed

  • We invest in our clinicians so they feel confident and supported in their roles. You’ll receive:
  • Regular caseload support and mentorship from our Clinical Support Director
  • Bi-weekly team meetings for collaboration, networking, and case support
  • Access to a generous materials database plus an additional stipend
  • 100% reimbursement for licensure dues and continuing education

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

  • Active Minnesota Occupational Therapist (OT) license issued by the Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
  • Strong collaboration skills and interest in school-based practice

Benefits

  • 100% free health insurance*
  • $2,000 relocation bonus when applicable
  • 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting*
  • Generous PTO including school breaks, snow days, and holidays
  • 100% reimbursement for licensure dues and continuing education
  • Annual therapy materials stipend*
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • W-2 employment with professional and general liability insurance coverage
  • $2,000 referral bonus opportunities
  • No non-compete clauses
  • Clinician-specific CEUs and access to a robust clinical resource portal
  • One-on-one caseload support and clinical guidance from experienced school-based professionals
  • A collaborative, collegial culture where clinicians are trusted, respected, and genuinely supported

*For full-time employees (30+ hours)

AnthroMed Education exists to support the people who show up for students every day. Our team is made up of former educators and clinicians who understand the realities of school-based work. We prioritize thoughtful placements, strong mentorship, and long-term support so you can focus on your students and your growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will support students' fine motor, sensory, and daily living skills to facilitate educational participation. They will collaborate with educators and special education teams to provide both direct and consultative services across various grade levels.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Fine motor skills supportSensory integrationSpecial education collaborationCase managementStudent assessmentIndividualized education programsAutism spectrum disorder supportEarly childhood intervention

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Minnesota, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (191 salary observations; 469 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,856 salary observations; 26,330 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Minnesota?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$104k–$125kOccupational Therapy median $88k (middle half $79k–$90k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Minnesota vs national$89k median in Minnesota$97k nationally (−7%)191 state / 6,856 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$116k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Minnesota174 active9,443 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% no call · 67% no weekends45 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMinnesota Occupational Therapist listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 16% offer loan repayment207 active listings, Oct 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

28 jobs · 16 employers
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
43% this job
Loan repayment
18%
PSLF eligible
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,322 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About AnthroMed Education (School Services)

Education Management
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

100% employer-paid medical insurance
401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
Generous PTO including school breaks, snow days, and holidays
100% reimbursement for licensure dues and continuing education
Annual therapy materials stipend
Mileage reimbursement
W-2 employment with professional and general liability insurance coverage
$2,000 referral bonus

Living in Elk River

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$378k
Typical market rent
$1,903/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.