Occupational Therapist OT

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Federal Way (WA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) with company matching

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy LLC is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to join our Federal Way, WA team for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, in-person OT role supports K–12 and offers competitive pay with benefits.

The position prioritizes collaboration with teachers, families, and other education staff to deliver effective therapy within IEP goals. The ideal candidate holds a WA OT license or is eligible, and should be willing to pursue ESA certification.

Qualifications

• Must hold (or be eligible for) Washington State OT license.
• Must hold (or be willing to obtain) ESA Certification (Educational Staff Associate).
• School-based experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based OT services including assessments, treatment and consultation.
• Conduct evaluations and write reports.
• Participate in IEP meetings and write IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff and families.
• Maintain timely documentation and progress notes.

Education

Educational Staff Associate (ESA) Certification

Job description

## Occupational Therapist OTApply: Federal Way, WA: Full time: Posted Today: R-100409**Job Title:**Occupational Therapist OT**Pay Range:**$55-70/hour**Job Description:****School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full Time | Federal Way, WA | 2026-2027 School Year | Multiple Positions Available | Up to $70/hour**Ampersand Therapy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year in Federal Way, Washington. This is a full-time, in-person position in a school setting. Whether you’re an experienced school-based OT or just beginning your school therapy journey, we’d love to hear from you!**Job Highlights:*** Location: Federal Way, WA* Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) – School Setting* Full time* Schedule: M-F full-time* Setting: In-person, K–12 public school environment* Caseload: to be discussed in interview* Starting ASAP**Responsibilities:*** Provide school-based OT services including assessments, treatment, and consultation* Conduct evaluations and write reports* Participate in IEP meetings and write IEP goals* Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and families* Maintain timely documentation and progress notes**Qualifications:*** Must hold (or be eligible for) Washington State OT license* Must hold (or be willing to obtain) ESA Certification (Educational Staff Associate)* Previous school-based experience preferred, but not required**Benefits:*** Paid Sick Leave* Healthcare Benefits\\** 401(k) with company matching* W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses* Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sites* Referral bonuses* No non-compete clauses* Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching\\*(\\*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period)**Why Join Ampersand Therapy?**Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.**Our Core Values:*** **Equity & Inclusion:** Creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all* **Community Impact:** Supporting nonprofits and empowering our team to give back* **Environmental Responsibility:** Committed to reducing our carbon footprint and supporting sustainable practicesAmpersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.**Apply today to join a supportive team of school-based professionals in Federal Way, WA!**We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. We sought to create an alternative to working with big staffing companies. The result is a small team of like-minded specialists who are striving to create a company that we would want to work for. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're also in a unique position to be able to support and mentor those who are new to this practice area. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves. You might find us doing treatments alongside you!