School District Occupational Therapist (FMLA)

Occupational Therapist Top 25% in Occupational TherapyContract

Listed compensation

$47-$65/hr

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Job Description

  • Title: School District Occupational Therapist (FMLA)
  • Location: Lake Orion, MI
  • Salary: $47.00-65.00/hr (based on experience)
  • Employment Type: Full-time, September-January coverage

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 School District Occupational Therapist to join our team for FMLA coverage during the 2026–2027 school year in Lake Orion, MI.

This full-time opportunity supports students across multiple buildings, helping them develop the functional, sensory, fine motor, and self-care skills needed to be successful in the classroom and throughout the school day.

You'll collaborate closely with educators, families, and related service providers to create meaningful, student-centered outcomes while receiving the ongoing support and mentorship AnthroMed is known for.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct occupational therapy services to K-12 students; caseload of 50-55 students
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with students' IEP goals
  • Support students of all ages and assist with therapy activities across multiple buildings in the district

Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, and related service providers to promote student success

Recommend adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and sensory strategies to improve participation in school routines

  • Monitor student progress, maintain accurate documentation, and complete required Medicaid and IEP paperwork
  • Participate in IEP meetings and contribute meaningful recommendations regarding student needs and services

Qualifications

  • Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Current or eligible Michigan Occupational Therapist licensure
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Previous pediatric or school-based experience is preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with AnthroMed Education

  • Competitive annual salary with weekly pay
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid school holidays
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Bi-weekly team meetings and access to a network of school-based clinicians
  • Ongoing clinical mentorship and administrative support throughout the school year
  • Access to therapy materials, CEU resources, and professional development opportunities
  • 100% reimbursement for licensure dues
  • Supportive leadership team that prioritizes clinician success and work-life balance

Interested in joining a team where your preferences and expertise can shape your role? Apply today to learn more about this opportunity and other Occupational Therapist openings with AnthroMed Education for the 2026–2027 school year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

IEP developmentPediatric therapyFine motor skills trainingAdaptive equipment recommendationMedicaid documentationMultidisciplinary collaborationStudent progress monitoring

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates School District Occupational Therapist (FMLA) at AnthroMed Education (School Services) a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,995 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 47 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 49% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$116k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

17 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution17 jobs · 14 employers

9
<$100k
3
$100k-120k
2
$120k-140k
2
$141k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks16 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
56% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist

Amedisys · Hayward, California

$129k–$160k
#2

Acute Care Occupational Therapist

Sentara Health · Hampton, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist

$96k-$141k
#4

Occupational Therapist (OT)

$100k-$130k
+ 15 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,995 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Lake Orion

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$420k
Median resident rent
$798/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About AnthroMed Education (School Services)

Education Management
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive annual salary with weekly pay
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and paid school holidays
401(k) with employer match
Bi-weekly team meetings
Access to a network of school-based clinicians
Ongoing clinical mentorship and administrative support
Access to therapy materials, CEU resources, and professional development opportunities