School - Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$35-$40/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
What You’ll Do
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess students’ functional needs and develop individualized treatment plans
- Deliver targeted therapeutic interventions that support participation in daily school activities
- Collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success
- Track, document, and evaluate student progress, adjusting interventions as needed
- Participate in IEP meetings, providing expert recommendations for accommodations and modifications
- Educate school staff and families on strategies to support student development and independence
- Foster a supportive, inclusive environment that promotes confidence and growth for every student
What You Bring
- Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Active state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
- Previous experience in a school setting is preferred, but not required
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- A genuine passion for helping students reach their full potential
Why Join Us?
- Meaningful work that directly impacts students’ lives
- Collaborative and supportive school environment
- Opportunity to shape individualized student outcomes
- Consistent schedule aligned with the academic calendar
- Pay Rate = $35 - $40 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess student functional needs and develop individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide therapeutic interventions to support student success in school activities.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and active state licensure. Previous experience in a school setting is preferred but not required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 45% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in occupational therapy | ranked against 9,325 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $73k–$83k | Occupational Therapy median $106k (middle half $95k–$122k)377 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 45% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates School - Occupational Therapist at Wealth Recruitment a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,325 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,325 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.