Occupational Therapist-The Chimes School
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$92k
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Job Description
Occupational Therapist (OT) – The Chimes School
Salary: $92,000 annually
Join Chimes — and go further to help others go far.
The Chimes School is a nonpublic, MSDE-approved special education program serving students ages 5–21 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and a wide range of learning, behavioral, and medical needs. We provide a supportive, team-centered environment with strong clinical and behavioral services—focused on helping every student build independence, confidence, and life skills.
We’re seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist who is committed to helping students with complex needs thrive at school and beyond.
What You’ll Do
- Evaluate students (ages 5–21) and write clear OT reports
- Create and deliver IEP-aligned OT goals and intervention plans
- Provide direct therapy and consult with classroom teams to support participation and independence
- Recommend accommodations, task/environment modifications, and assistive technology as needed
- Maintain timely documentation and collaborate in IEP meetings and school team planning
What You Bring
Education & Licensure
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Current Maryland OT license (and certification/registration as required)
Experience & Skills
- Two (2) years of OT experience preferred (school-based experience a plus)
- Experience and/or interest in working with children with multiple disabilities (e. g., Autism, Intellectual Disability, Emotional Disabilities, TBI, neurological disorders)
- Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills
- Acceptable driving record (may be required based on assignment)
Why You'll Love Working at Chimes
- Medical plans
- Dental & vision options
- Life & disability insurance
- Generous PTO for rest and family time
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid training + tuition assistance
- Referral bonuses & recognition programs
- Growth opportunities — at the school and beyond
Join the Chimes School and experience the fulfillment of making a real difference — every single day.
To learn more about Chimes and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: chimes.org.
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Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate students, develop IEP-aligned intervention plans, and provide direct therapy to support student independence. They will also collaborate with classroom teams and participate in school planning meetings.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and a current Maryland OT license. Two years of experience is preferred, along with the ability to work with children who have complex intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Maryland, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (133 salary observations; 412 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,387 salary observations; 28,936 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$92k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $88k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland vs national | $97k median in Maryland | $97k nationally (about the same)133 state / 5,387 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$88k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Maryland | 144 active | 9,026 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 13% remote · 43% no call · 45% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Maryland Occupational Therapist listings: 6% state a sign-on bonus · 9% offer loan repayment155 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,199 in the last 30 days | 1,714 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +4.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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