Pays $65-$70/hr — Occupational Therapist market median is ~$107k (55 jobs)
Occupational Therapist
About the Role
Part-time school-based OT role in Lakewood, CO. $65-70/hr, grades 6-12, 2026-2027 school year. 1099 position.
Join TheraPeds as a Occupational Therapist – School-Based, Part-Time in Lakewood, Colorado, United States. TheraPeds Partners is a Colorado based, therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with our local schools to provide Occupational Therapy (OT) services to students nationwide.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $65 - $70/hr.
- Professional Development
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401K
Work Schedule
- Contract position.
- On-site position.
- No call required.
- No weekends required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers no call requirements, weekends off, day shifts only. Work with TheraPeds in Lakewood, Colorado, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will provide direct therapy services, conduct assessments, and develop IEP plans for students. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including educators and parents, to evaluate student progress.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and possess valid state and NBCOT licensure. Experience working with children and a strong foundation in sensory integration are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapy — Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Colorado, Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$101k across 195 listings, vs ~$97k nationally (8,525 listings).
Colorado's cost-of-living index is 112.4 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state — Colorado ranks #7 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Thera Peds a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,625 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 8.0/10 on work-life balance for Occupational Therapist roles. No call coverage keeps hours predictable.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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