School Occupational Therapist - $2,371 per week

American Traveler; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a 42-week assignment in Durango, Colorado. The role serves PK-5th grade across multiple schools with a Colorado OT CDE license.

Daily hours are 37 per week, day shift, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with Fridays off for admin work or professional development; mileage between sites is not billable. Candidates are encouraged to live in Cortez, Mancos, or Dolores, as Durango is not recommended.

Qualifications

• Colorado OT CDE license required if applicable and licensure submitted prior to interview.
• Active state OT license required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Serve PK through 5th grade students across multiple schools.
• Manage an average caseload of about 45 students.
• Work day shift from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 37 hours per week.
• Float between different schools within the district; mileage is not billable.

Skills

School OT travel

PK-5th grade service

License readiness

Education

Colorado OT CDE license

Active state OT license

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Durango, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Durango, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 42 weeks
• 37 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x7.5hrs
• Hours: 37.5 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 42 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a school-based Occupational Therapist to serve PK-5th grade students across multiple schools in a district requiring a Colorado OT CDE license.

Details

• School-based setting within a Colorado school district
• Serve PK through 5th grade students
• Average caseload of approximately 45 students
• Day shift schedule, 5x7.5 hours, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Schools operate on a 4-day school week with no student services on Fridays
• Floating required between different schools within the district
• Mileage between schools is not billable

Requirements

• Colorado OT CDE license required if applicable, and application for license must be submitted prior to interview
• Active state license required for consideration

Additional Information

• Team includes 7.5 FTE Occupational Therapists and 1 COTA within the district
• Monthly team meetings provide ongoing support
• Trusted autonomy for related service providers, with Fridays available for administrative work or professional development
• Candidates are encouraged to live in Cortez, Mancos, or Dolores due to the position's location, and Durango is not recommended

American Traveler Job ID #P-742458. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 37 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist - School

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.