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Stellar Therapy Services
Ashland City, Tennessee

Occupational Therapist- School Setting

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Here at Stellar Therapy Services, we're committed to providing a work environment that allows therapists to live the life they choose. So, if you are looking for your DREAM JOB, then look no further. We value you as a therapist and want to help customize the perfect work setting all while providing you with the resources and support you will need to truly make a difference in the life of a child.

Now Hiring: Occupational Therapist-School Setting

The Occupational Therapist will work in a school setting, providing therapy services to children with disabilities and developmental disorders. The primary responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist will include:

Conducting evaluations and assessments of children with disabilities, identifying their unique needs and developing appropriate treatment plans.

Developing personalized treatment plans to address the physical, sensory, and cognitive challenges that children face in their daily lives.

Providing individual and group therapy sessions, guiding children through exercises and activities that enhance their coordination, motor skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other school staff to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that accommodates the diverse needs of each child.

Incorporating assistive technology and adaptive equipment into treatment plans as needed, ensuring that children have the tools and resources they need to succeed.

Tracking and documenting the progress of each child, assessing their progress towards achieving treatment goals and making necessary adjustments to treatment plans as needed.

Participating in team meetings and professional development activities, staying up-to-date on the latest research and best practices in the field of occupational therapy.

To be successful in this role, the Occupational Therapist will need to have strong communication skills, be able to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders in a fast-paced environment, and have a deep understanding of the developmental needs of children with disabilities.

The position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, with licensure and/or certification required in the state of practice. Additional experience working in a school setting is highly desirable.

  • Reasons to Join the Stellar Team!
  • Competitive Salaries
  • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • PTO and Holiday Pay
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Biweekly Direct Deposit
  • Continuing Ed Reimbursements
  • Support from other skilled therapists, and wonderful admin team
  • Family friendly work environment

Therapist Owned and Managed Company

Customize your own schedule- tell us when and how much you want to work!

You're not dreaming—all of this is a reality that our employees enjoy. We've discovered that when we encourage employees to take time off and take control of their work schedules, they're happier and ultimately, more productive. We believe in treating our therapists like the professionals they are and give them the freedom to work the schedule that best fits their schedule.

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Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will conduct evaluations and develop personalized treatment plans for children with disabilities in a school setting. They will provide therapy sessions, collaborate with school staff and parents, and document progress to ensure effective treatment outcomes.

Requirements

The position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and appropriate state licensure or certification. Experience working in a school setting is highly desirable.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Treatment planningIndividual therapyMotor skills developmentCoordination trainingCollaborationDocumentationPediatric therapy

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 50% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

37 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution35 jobs · 29 employers

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$150k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 29 employers

401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
56%
Sign-on bonus
34%
Loan repayment
31%
Relocation assistance
16%

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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 9,123 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Ashland City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$375k
Typical market rent
$1,561/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Stellar Therapy Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Chattanooga, TN
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salaries
Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
401k Retirement Plan
PTO and Holiday Pay
Flexible Schedules
Biweekly Direct Deposit
Continuing Ed Reimbursements
Support from other skilled therapists and admin team