Occupational Therapist

TheraPeds LLC; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401K retirement plan

Guaranteed hours

Bi-monthly salary deposits

W-2 employee or 1099 contractor

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners seeks a full-time, on-site Occupational Therapist for a school-based position in Ann Arbor, MI. The role involves direct therapy, assessments, IEP development, progress evaluation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates hold an OT degree with licensure, NBCOT credentials, and experience with sensory integration in pediatric settings. Flexible scheduling and guaranteed hours support dedicated student-focused care.

Qualifications

• BS, Master’s, OTD, or PhD in Occupational Therapy 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 tact and discretion in communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to students.
• Conduct assessments and develop IEP plans.
• Evaluate progress and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, and case management.
• Maintain strong communication with parents and school staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Technology proficiency

Collaboration with staff & parents

Background clearance

Education

BS, Master’s, OTD, or PhD in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with 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 Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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
• 2026-2027 school year, (September - May)
• Grades PreK – 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
• Rate:

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 Ann Arbor, MI. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school occupational therapist jobs near me, Michigan school OT positions, or full-time pediatric OT roles in schools with guaranteed hours.