Occupational Therapist

TheraPeds; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 99,000; 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) for a school-based role in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. The OT will serve Elementary through High School students, deliver direct therapy, and participate in assessments and IEP development.

Responsibilities include collaborating with district staff and TheraPeds teams, maintaining progress documentation, and ensuring a high standard of interpersonal communication with families.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist with relevant state credentials.
• Experience working with children in school settings preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with teaching staff, parents and district personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Occupational Therapy services to students in school.
• Conduct assessments and develop IEP goals.
• Evaluate progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and document thoroughly.

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 full-time, on-site role as an Occupational Therapist (OT) serving a school located in Highlands Ranch, 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

• Full-time 5 days/week
• November 2026- May 2027 School Year
• Elementary through High School grades
• Job duties: direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, case management
• Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time
• In-person, on campus
• Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
• Manageable caseloads
• $56.50 – $71.75+/hour

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