Pediatric Occupational Therapist - School Based Only
Listed compensation
$65-$85/hr
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled School-Based Pediatric Occupational Therapist to provide direct therapy, consultation, and evaluation services in public and private schools throughout NYC, including D75 program. You’ll be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team and have access to ongoing professional development and on-the-job mentorship.
What makes This Role Special?
In this school-based position, we encourage and train our therapists to think outside the box — to go beyond traditional school-based therapy by bringing the creativity and quality of private practice into the educational environment. You’ll work in schools, but won’t be limited by the typical “school therapy” mindset. This role is ideal for someone who’s passionate about helping kids thrive through movement, play, and functional skill-building — not just handwriting drills. If you're driven to make a difference using dynamic, child-centered approaches, you’ll feel right at home here.
- Qualifications and requirements
- Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
- Active New York State OT License
- Pediatric experience required (including sensory integration, handwriting, and self-regulation strategies)
- Creative, motivated, disciplined, and confident working independently
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Ongoing professional development
- On-the-job mentorship
- Collaborative community focused on child-centered care
About us
At Mighty Minds and Muscles we’re passionate about empowering children - and therapist! Based in Lower Manhattan, we offer a collaborative, supportive, and energetic work environment. Our mission is to provide you with the mentorship, tools, and learning opportunities you need to become an expert pediatric OT. And yes—plenty of amazing children to brighten your day.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct pediatric occupational therapy, consultation, and evaluation services within public and private school settings. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement child-centered, functional skill-building approaches.
Requirements
Requires a Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and an active New York State OT License. Candidates must have prior pediatric experience and strong communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Occupational Therapist - School Based Only at Mighty Minds and Muscles a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) — ranked against 659 active Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context
Mighty Minds and Muscles holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 82/100, 3 active listings.
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 72% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 10.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$156k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $145k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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