Occupational Therapist

TheraPeds; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401K (W2)

Health benefits stipend

Professional development

Guaranteed hours

Bi-monthly pay

W-2 or 1099 status

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners in Colorado is seeking a part-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Aurora, Colorado. The role involves direct therapy, assessments, IEP development, progress evaluation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams including therapists, educators, and parents.

The position features a 4-day work week totaling 30 hours, August–September 2026, with competitive compensation ranging from $55 to $70 per hour.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to analyze developmental and sensory-motor dysfunction.
• Fingerprint background clearance.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with tact and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy and case management.
• Conduct assessments and develop IEP plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents).
• Documentation and administrative tasks.
• Manageable caseloads.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with school staff

Organizational skills

Time management

Proficiency in technology

Education

BS/MS/OTD/PhD in Occupational Therapy

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 part-time, short-term, on-site role as an Occupational Therapist (OT) serving a school located in Aurora, 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 hours 4 days/week, 30 hours/week
• Short-term position August and September 2026
• Grades Elementary
• 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 part-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Aurora, 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.