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Eleutheria
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Occupational Therapist- OT

Occupational Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$60/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Job Title

Occupational Therapist- OT

Pay Range

$50-60/hour

Job Description

  • Up to $60/hour | Colorado Springs, CO | Full-Time | K-12 Caseload |
  • 2026–2027 School Year | School Based OT

Position Details

  • Full-Time
  • 1.0 FTE, Monday–Friday
  • Starting ASAP for the 2026-2027 School Year

About the Role

Hello, Occupational Therapists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) for a K–12 school setting in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role, you'll play a critical part in student success by conducting evaluations, supporting IEP development, and collaborating with school teams. This is a great fit for both experienced school-based OTs and those transitioning into schools.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (up to $60/hour) + steady school-year schedule
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses

What You'll Do

  • Provide school-based OT services including evaluations, treatment, and consultation
  • Conduct standardized assessments and write evaluation reports
  • Develop and implement IEP goals aligned with student needs
  • Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
  • Support students' fine motor, sensory, and functional skill development
  • Partner with teachers, special education staff, and families to promote carryover
  • Maintain timely documentation, progress notes, and compliance records
  • Adapt materials and environments to improve student access

What We're Looking For

  • Active (or eligible) Colorado Occupational Therapy license
  • CDE Special Services Provider License with Occupational Therapist endorsement (or ability to obtain)
  • Master's Degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • School-based experience preferred, but not required

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Please reach out to erika@ampersandtherapy.com if you have any questions!

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will conduct student evaluations, develop IEP goals, and provide direct treatment services within a K-12 school setting. They will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, teachers, and families to support student functional and sensory development.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Colorado Occupational Therapy license and a CDE Special Services Provider License with an Occupational Therapist endorsement. A Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy is required for this position.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Fine motor skill developmentSensory skill developmentMultidisciplinary collaborationStudent consultationTreatment planning

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 41 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 54% have no call, 71% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist- OT at Eleutheria 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 9,334 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 17 employers

11
<$110k
3
$110k-125k
3
$125k-140k
5
$140k-155k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
87% this job
CME allowance
57% this job
Sign-on bonus
52%
Loan repayment
26%
Relocation assistance
17%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Citrus Heights, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Acute Care Occupational Therapist

Sentara Health · Hampton, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist

$96k-$141k
#4

Acute Care Occupational Therapist - Flexi

$96k-$141k
+ 21 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,334 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Colorado Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$402k
Typical market rent
$1,740/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.7
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Colorado Springs, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Eleutheria

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11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

W-2 Employment
Liability Insurance Included
Healthcare Benefits
401(k) with Company Match
Licensure Reimbursement
CEU Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Referral Bonuses