Occupational Therapist

TheraPeds; Hot Springs (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401K (W2)

Guaranteed hours

Professional development opportunities

Bi-monthly salary deposits

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners seeks a part-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school in Hot Springs, SD. You will deliver direct therapy to students in grades K–5 and participate in assessments, IEP planning, and progress evaluation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with educators, therapists, and families, with a focus on sensory integration and developmental needs. On-site duties include documentation and planning with district support.

Qualifications

• Licensed occupational therapist with state licensure.
• NBCOT certification or license as applicable.
• Experience working with children in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy to students (K–5).
• Develop IEPs, conduct assessments, and evaluate progress.
• Collaborate with school staff, teachers, and parents.
• Manage caseload with documentation and planning time.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Interdisciplinary work

Organization skills

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 Hot Springs, SD.

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, 13-15 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
• $55 – $65+/hour ($770-$910/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 Hot Springs, SD. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school occupational therapist jobs near me, South Dakota school OT positions, or part-time pediatric OT roles in schools with guaranteed hours.