Occupational Therapist (K-8th Grade)
Listed compensation
$50-$65/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
- Occupational Therapist
- Location: Dearborn, MI
- Start/End Date: ASAP - End of the School Year
- Caseload: K-8th grade, see below for more information.
- Hourly Range: $50-$65/hour, (W2, paid weekly) based on experience and qualifications.
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 passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide full-time, onsite therapy services in Dearborn, Michigan! You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support K-8th grade students across three buildings.
Responsibilities
- Provide full-time occupational therapy services, Monday-Friday.
- Conduct evaluations, help develop IEPs as appropriate, and implement evidence-based interventions to address fine motor and sensory regulation needs.
- Collaborate with families, classroom teachers, and other related service providers to support students’ skills across both classroom and individual settings including in the home.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions, progress reports, and communication with stakeholders.
- Utilize IEP system for management and compliance.
- Participate in team meetings, professional development, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Enjoy a dedicated office space for therapy sessions and planning.
Qualifications
- Certification as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Michigan.
- Previous experience working with children or in a school-based setting is preferred.
- Strong communication, collaboration skills, and a passion for working with diverse student populations.
Employee Benefits
AnthroMed Team Members who work 30+ hours per week are eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed. Benefits start the first of the month following your start date and include:
- 100% of the employee’s health insurance premium costs covered.
- Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance available.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking/transit.
- 100% Employer-sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
- Optional supplemental coverage for Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection.
- 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match starting on day one.
Clinical Support and Professional Growth
At AnthroMed Education, we believe clinicians do their best work when they feel supported. When you join our team, you’ll receive:
- Dedicated Clinical Support: One-on-one mentorship and ongoing support from our experienced Clinical Support Team.
- Access to Top-Tier Resources: Enjoy free access to live CEUs, a comprehensive therapy resource library, and an annual stipend to help cover educational and therapy materials.
- Licensure Reimbursement: We cover the cost of your professional licensure dues.
- A Collaborative Community: Connect with a team of school-based clinicians who understand your role and are here to support you throughout the school year.
- Opportunities to Grow: Continue developing your clinical skills with ongoing guidance and professional development.
AnthroMed Education Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
AnthroMed LLC will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Michigan, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (82 salary observations; 854 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,405 salary observations; 28,087 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $124k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in occupational therapy | ranked against 8,973 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $104k–$135k | Occupational Therapy median $90k (middle half $75k–$104k)182 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Michigan vs national | $92k median in Michigan | $97k nationally (−5%)82 state / 5,405 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$124k in purchasing power | Michigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Michigan | 305 active | 8,978 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 32% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Michigan Occupational Therapist listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 8% offer loan repayment332 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,122 in the last 30 days | 1,573 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +4.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist (K-8th Grade) at AnthroMed Education (School Services) a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,973 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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