Occupational Therapist

TheraPeds; Central Falls (RI); On-site; USD 2,583,000 - 3,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) to support a K–5 school in Central Falls, RI. You will deliver direct therapy, conduct assessments, and develop IEPs within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

The role requires licensure, NBCOT certification, and a passion for working with students with special needs. This is a guaranteed-hours, W2/1099 eligible position with a strong support network within TheraPeds.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
• Current State License as Occupational Therapist.
• NBCOT certification.
• State education licensing where required for your district.
• Experience working with children in school settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy to students in the school setting.
• Conduct assessments and develop IEP plans; evaluate progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents).
• Manage documentation, reporting, and ongoing case management.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Time management

Technology proficiency

Fingerprint clearance

Collaboration with school staff

Education

OT degree (BS/MS/OTD/PhD) from accredited university

State Occupational Therapist License

NBCOT License

State Dept. of Education licensing where required

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 Central Falls, RI.

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, (August - May)
• Grades K – 5
• 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
• $50 – $60+/hour ($1800-$2250/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 full-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Central Falls, RI. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school occupational therapist jobs near me, Rhode Island school OT positions, or full-time pediatric OT roles in schools with guaranteed hours.