School-Based Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$70/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

  • Occupational Therapist
  • Location: Monroe, MI
  • Start/End Date: January 2027 - End of the School Year
  • Caseload: Covering two consecutive FMLA leaves, see below for more information.
  • Hourly Range: $50-$70/hour, (W2, paid weekly) based on experience and qualifications.

About AnthroMed Education

AnthroMed Education is a leading provider of educational services dedicated to empowering students and educators alike. As an Occupational Therapist with AnthroMed, you’ll join a dynamic team of professionals working toward a shared goal of fostering student success and personal growth. We pride ourselves on providing unmatched clinical support, ongoing collaboration, and professional development throughout the school year.

AnthroMed Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide full-time, onsite therapy services in Monroe, Michigan! You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support students across two FMLA coverage roles.

Role 1: Early Childhood Through Transition-Age Students (Ages 3–26)

Support students in working toward functional goals, with plenty of opportunities for push-in services and co-treatment with other providers. You’ll also help secondary students develop vocational skills and prepare for greater independence.

Role 2: Traditional School-Based OT (K–12)

Work across K–12 buildings to support students of varying ages, abilities, and needs in a more traditional school-based occupational therapy role.

Responsibilities

Provide full-time occupational therapy services, Monday-Friday.

Conduct evaluations, help develop IFSPs/IEPs as appropriate, and implement evidence-based interventions to address fine motor and sensory regulation needs.

Collaborate with families, classroom teachers, and other related service providers to support students’ skills across both classroom and individual settings including in the home.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions, progress reports, and communication with stakeholders.

  • Utilize IEP system for management and compliance.
  • Participate in team meetings, professional development, and ongoing training opportunities.
  • Enjoy a dedicated office space for therapy sessions and planning.

Qualifications

  • Certification as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Michigan.
  • Previous experience working with children or in a school-based setting is preferred.
  • Strong communication, collaboration skills, and a passion for working with diverse student populations.

Employee Benefits

  • AnthroMed Team Members who work 30+ hours per week are eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed. Benefits start the first of the month following your start date and include:
  • 100% of the employee’s health insurance premium costs covered.
  • Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance available.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking/transit.
  • 100% Employer-sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
  • Optional supplemental coverage for Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection.
  • 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match starting on day one.

Clinical Support and Professional Growth

At AnthroMed Education, we believe clinicians do their best work when they feel supported. When you join our team, you’ll receive:

Dedicated Clinical Support: One-on-one mentorship and ongoing support from our experienced Clinical Support Team.

Access to Top-Tier Resources: Enjoy free access to live CEUs, a comprehensive therapy resource library, and an annual stipend to help cover educational and therapy materials.

Licensure Reimbursement: We cover the cost of your professional licensure dues.

A Collaborative Community: Connect with a team of school-based clinicians who understand your role and are here to support you throughout the school year.

Opportunities to Grow: Continue developing your clinical skills with ongoing guidance and professional development.

Ready to Apply?

We'd love to hear about your experience and what you're looking for in your next role. Apply today to connect with our team!

AnthroMed Education Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

AnthroMed LLC will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

IEP developmentIFSP developmentFine motor skillsClinical documentationStudent evaluationMultidisciplinary collaborationVocational trainingTime management

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Michigan, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (105 salary observations; 757 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,812 salary observations; 26,149 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $130k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Michigan?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in occupational therapyranked against 9,257 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$104k–$146kOccupational Therapy median $89k (middle half $75k–$104k)163 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Michigan vs national$89k median in Michigan$97k nationally (−8%)105 state / 6,812 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$130k in purchasing powerMichigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Michigan304 active9,298 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 34% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,257 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates School-Based Occupational Therapist at AnthroMed Education (School Services) a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,257 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

30 jobs · 18 employers
17
<$100k
9
$100k-115k
1
$130k
2
$140k
1
$207k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
97% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
CME allowance
40% this job
Loan repayment
17%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$154k-$207k
#2

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

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$140k
#3

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist (OT) Acute Care

$80k-$130k
+ 28 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 70% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,257 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About AnthroMed Education (School Services)

Education Management
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

100% of employee health insurance premium covered
Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO)
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer-sponsored Short-Term Disability
Basic Life Insurance
401(k) with 3% employer match
Clinical Support and Mentorship

Living in Monroe

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$226k
Typical market rent
$1,236/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.5
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Monroe, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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