Occupational Therapist

TheraPeds; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401K plan

Professional development opportunities

Supportive TheraPeds community

Guaranteed hours

Bi-monthly salary deposits

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time, on-site Occupational Therapist for a school-based position in Lakewood, Colorado. This role serves students in grades 6–12, delivering direct therapy, assessments, and IEP planning while collaborating with educators, therapists, and families.

The OT will assess progress, develop IEPs, and participate in interdisciplinary team activities. This 1099 contractor role offers guaranteed hours and on-site work in a supportive district partnership.

Qualifications

• BS, Master's, OTD, or PhD in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
• State License as Occupational Therapist.
• NBCOT License.
• Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy to students and conduct evaluations.
• Develop IEP plans and evaluate progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, teachers, and parents.
• Manage documentation and planning time.

Skills

Sensory Integration

Time management

Collaboration

Technology proficiency

Education

OT degree (BS/MA/OTD/PhD)

State OT License

NBCOT License

DOE licensing where required

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 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, on-site role as an Occupational Therapist (OT) serving a school located in Lakewood, 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 3-6 hours/week
• 2026-2027 School Year (September-May)
• Grades 6 – 12
• 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
• 1099 position
• $65 – $70+/hour ($325-350/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 1099 contractor

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time, on-site Occupational Therapist (OT) for a school-based position in Lakewood, 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.