Remote OT (Occupational Therapist) Minnesota K-12 Schools
Listed compensation
$40-$60/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- $40-$60 hourly rate; based on experience, rates are negotiable and subject to change.
- Fully Remote, 1099 Contract Opportunity
- Assignments Available for the 2026-27 School Year
About Fullmind
Fullmind partners with hundreds of U.S. schools to ensure every child has access to education, filling teacher vacancies by live-streaming certified educators directly to students. As a Fullmind educator, you'll deliver virtual instruction and guide students to course completion. Learn more here.
The Role
This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position following the school district's calendar. Immediate start dates depend on available placements once you've completed the application process.
As a Fullmind Occupational Therapist, you will:
Deliver engaging, high-quality OT instruction in a remote classroom, building the same rapport and momentum an in-person therapist would
Evaluate fine motor, sensory processing, and functional skills, and translate findings into clear, actionable goals
- Design and carry out individualized treatment plans tailored to each student's IEP in a remote setting.
- Document sessions and track progress toward IEP goals with the rigor districts require
- Partner with school-based staff, teachers, case managers, and administrators — to keep everyone aligned on student progress
- Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program
- A Minnesota OT license from the MN Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. Or An OT Compact privilege
- Comfort and experience with telepractice platforms for assessment and therapy delivery in a school/IEP setting
A reliable, FERPA-compliant home setup: webcam, headset, stable high-speed internet, and a private, distraction-free workspace
Strong remote-collaboration skills. You'll be a full partner to classroom teachers, case managers, and families even without being in the building
Authorization to Work in the United States
This is a 1099 contract position; it does not include employee benefits. Hourly rate is negotiable based on experience and placement.
Ready to bring your expertise to students who need it? Apply today.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality occupational therapy instruction and evaluate student functional skills in a remote school setting. Design individualized treatment plans, document sessions, and collaborate with school staff to support student progress toward IEP goals.
Requirements
Requires a Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and a valid Minnesota OT license or OT Compact privilege. Candidates must have experience with telepractice platforms and a reliable, FERPA-compliant home office setup.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 63% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Fullmind holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 79/100, 10 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in occupational therapy | ranked against 8,992 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $83k–$125k | Occupational Therapy median $103k (middle half $94k–$121k)67 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 50% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,221 in the last 30 days | 1,726 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +4.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Fullmind | silver tier, 79/100 | Top Employers work-life index10 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Remote OT (Occupational Therapist) Minnesota K-12 Schools at Fullmind a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,992 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
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