Occupational Therapist

AnthroMed Education (School Services); Germany (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

401(k) with employer match startingDay

Paid parental leave

Full licensure reimbursement

Job summary

AnthroMed Education is seeking a full‑time Occupational Therapist to cover an FMLA leave in Odessa, Delaware, for a high school and transition program. The role is on‑site, 35 hours per week, with a ~35‑student caseload and a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

You’ll provide direct therapy, implement AAC strategies, support sensory needs, and work with educators to help students with Autism and intellectual disabilities achieve functional goals.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing AAC strategies.
• Addressing sensory regulation and proprioceptive needs.
• Supporting positive behaviors as part of student support.
• Collaborating within multidisciplinary school teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services in a school setting.
• Collaborate with educators and related service providers.
• Support students with functional and sensory needs.
• Implement AAC strategies and address sensory regulation.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team to support student success.

Skills

AAC strategies

Sensory regulation

Proprioceptive needs

Positive behaviors

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Odessa, DE | Full-Time (35 Hours/Week) | High School & Transition Program

Salary: $60,000–$75,000 annually (prorated for assignment)
Hourly Rate: $48.70–$60.88 per hour (based on experience)

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance
• 401(k) with employer match starting Day 1
• Paid parental leave
• Full licensure reimbursement

Join a Team Built for School-Based Clinicians

AnthroMed Education is a growing community of Occupational Therapists, Speech‑Language Pathologists, School Social Workers, and other related service providers dedicated to helping students thrive.

Unlike traditional staffing agencies, AnthroMed partners exclusively with schools to create supportive environments where clinicians feel connected, empowered, and equipped to do their best work.

We are seeking a full‑time Occupational Therapist to provide coverage for an FMLA leave from November 16, 2026 through February 26, 2027. This opportunity is based within a highly supportive school district in Odessa, Delaware, serving students in a high school and transition program.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking for a meaningful short‑term assignment while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

About the Position

• Full‑time, 35 hours per week
• On‑site position
• High school (9th–12th grade) and transition program (ages 18–22)
• Approximately 35‑student caseload
• Primarily supporting students with Autism and intellectual disabilities
• Shared office space
• Duty‑free lunch provided

The Occupational Therapist will provide direct services, collaborate with educators and related service providers, and support students with a variety of functional and sensory needs. Experience implementing AAC strategies, addressing sensory regulation and proprioceptive needs, supporting positive behaviors, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams is highly valued.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

This district is one of the fastest‑growing districts in Delaware and is well known for its collaborative culture and strong clinical support. Clinicians have access to experienced colleagues who provide guidance with complex cases, along with robust AAC resources to support student success.

What Support Looks Like at AnthroMed

• Dedicated clinical support from experienced school‑based clinicians
• Ongoing mentorship and collaboration
• Annual therapy materials stipend
• Access to a large library of therapy resources and materials
• A responsive team that's available whenever you need support

Compensation

• $60,000–$75,000 annualized salary (prorated for the duration of the assignment)
• Hourly rate of $48.70–$60.88, based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus opportunities
• 100% employer-paid United Healthcare medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance options
• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to the first 3% contribution beginning Day 1
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, transit, and parking)
• Employer-sponsored short‑term disability and basic life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional liability insurance coverageNo non‑compete agreements

Professional Development

• 100% reimbursement for Delaware licensure costs
• Free CEUs and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Access to clinician‑specific resources and therapy materials
• Ongoing mentorship from experienced school‑based clinicians

Optional Supplemental Benefits

• Additional life insurance
• Critical illness coverage

*Available to eligible employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.