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Total Education Solutions
Pacific Palisades, California

School-based Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$46-$55.13/hr

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Job Description

Join Our Dynamic OT Team in Los Angeles!

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity in a school setting? Total Education Solutions is seeking an experienced, licensed OT to provide school-based services at our partner schools in Pacific Palisades.

This position offers approximately 25 hours per week, scheduled between 8AM and 5PM. If you enjoy working with students, collaborating with school teams, and making a meaningful impact in the educational environment, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Love About This Role

Outstanding Support: Start strong with structured onboarding and a leadership team that truly invests in your growth

Diverse Experience: Split your time between our dynamic pediatric clinic and client homes — build your clinical expertise while also supporting kids in their everyday learning environments.

Meaningful Impact: Help children gain the skills they need to thrive — from handwriting and fine motor development to sensory integration and daily life activities.

Team Collaboration: Work alongside speech therapists, physical therapists, behavior specialists, and other support professionals who value teamwork, creativity, and whole-child care.

Career Development: Grow your professional toolbox with access to continuing education, specialty training (like sensory processing, feeding, and neuroaffirming practices), and career advancement pathways.

Occupational Therapist

$46 - $55.13/hr*

*Salary range is contingent upon relatable experience, type of credentialing/certification, education, and use of a second language in your role (50% of the time).

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive Total Compensation Package
  • Merit-based Annual Raises
  • Excellent Mentorship Program & Exceptional Training Programs
  • Opportunities for Professional Growth & Advancement
  • Comprehensive Benefits including Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Generous Paid time off & Retirement Plans

Minimum Requirements

License / Certification from the state of California in Occupational Therapy or as an Occupational Therapist Assistant

Access to a mobile phone (for email) & basic internet (if working offsite)

Hold appropriate automobile insurance with limits that allow driving a personal vehicle for work (at least 25/50k liability coverage)

  • Must clear a current background check through the FBI and DOJ
  • A current TB Test

Environment & Physical Qualifications

  • Varied work environments, including clinics and homes
  • Moderate to loud noise levels and physical demands may vary
  • Working with individuals exhibiting diverse behaviors and needs

Who We’re Looking For

  • Passionate about working with children of all ages and abilities
  • Eager to learn, grow, and collaborate with a supportive team

Apply today and let’s build something great together — one child at a time.

About TES

Total Education Solutions (TES) is a female-owned organization led by experienced educators and clinicians who are passionate about creating opportunities for individuals of all abilities. We empower children and adults through customized education and therapeutic services designed to help each person reach their fullest potential. Join our mission-driven team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve every day!

Key Responsibilities

Provide school-based occupational therapy services to students, including support for fine motor development, sensory integration, and daily life activities. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of speech therapists, physical therapists, and behavior specialists to ensure comprehensive care.

Requirements

Must hold a valid California license or certification in Occupational Therapy or as an Occupational Therapist Assistant. Candidates must clear a background check, possess a current TB test, and have reliable transportation with appropriate automobile insurance.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Pediatric TherapyHandwriting InstructionFeeding TherapyClinical DocumentationPatient Assessment

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$113k (323 salary observations; 574 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (2,458 salary observations; 7,281 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 38% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$105k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $95k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Total Education Solutions

Education Management
South Pasadena, CA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans
Merit-based Annual Raises
Mentorship Program
Continuing Education
Career Advancement Pathways