Occupational Therapist
Listed compensation
$66.5-$71.75/hr
The week · per this posting
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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 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 part-time, on-site role as an Occupational Therapist (OT) serving a school located in Englewood, 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
- Part-time school schedule 2 days per week
- September 2026- May 2027
- In-person, on campus
- Middle School through High School population
- Job duties: educational services, case management, evaluations
- Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time
- Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
- Manageable caseloads
- 1099 position
- $66.50 – $71.75+/hour based on experience and employment arrangement
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 1099 contractor
Summary
TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Englewood, Colorado. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school occupational therapist jobs near me, Colorado school OT positions, or part-time pediatric OT roles in schools with guaranteed hours.
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will provide therapy services to students, conduct assessments, and develop IEP plans. They will also manage cases and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including educators, parents, and other therapists.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Of the 42 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$144k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $139k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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