Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$55-$70/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
About Us
TheraPeds Partners is a Colorado based, therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with our local schools to provide Occupational Therapy (OT) services to PreK–12 students nationwide.
As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy (OT) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.
Job Description and Responsibilities
This is a full-time, on-site role as an Occupational Therapist (OT) serving a school located in Littleton, CO.
The Occupational Therapist (OT) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting assessments, developing IEP plans, evaluating progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.
Job Details
- Full-time 37.5 hours/week
- October 2026- May 2027 School Year
- Grades K – 12
- Job duties: direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, case management
- Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time
- On-site, in-person
- Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
- Manageable caseloads
- $55 – $70+/hour ($2000-2600/week+)
Qualifications
- BS, Master's, OTD, or PhD in Occupational Therapy degree from an accredited university
- State License as Occupational Therapist
- NBCOT License
- Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required
Experience Working with Children
- Strong foundation in Sensory Integration and ability to identify and analyze areas of developmental and sensory-motor dysfunction
- Organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in use of technology
Fingerprint Background Clearance
Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications
Physical Requirements
Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.
- Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)
- Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
- Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
- Guaranteed hours
- Bi-monthly salary deposits
- This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor
Summary
TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Littleton, Colorado. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school occupational therapist jobs near me, Colorado school OT positions, or full-time pediatric OT roles in schools with guaranteed hours.
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.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
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 ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k 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, 51% have no call, 59% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $114k–$146k | Occupational Therapy median $99k (middle half $89k–$114k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$126k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Colorado | 233 active | 9,441 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 51% no call · 59% no weekends41 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Colorado Occupational Therapist listings: 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment282 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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