School OT: Impactful, Full-Time Therapy — Up to $50/hr

Ampersand Therapy LLC; Dandridge (TN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

School-year schedule

W-2 with liability insurance

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Licensure/CEUs reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapist for a school setting in Dandridge, TN. In this role, you’ll plan, organize, and deliver occupational therapy services to support student development, rehabilitation, and progress toward IEP goals.

The position starts October 2026, 1.0 FTE, Monday through Friday, with benefits and competitive pay. You will collaborate with school teams, assess students across functional areas, and support implementation of adaptive strategies.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee OT license required.
• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills essential for school-based work.
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Evaluate student abilities across functional areas including oral motor, sensory motor, activities of daily living, fine motor, and postural skills.
• Select and administer appropriate assessments and provide direct, consultative, and collaborative therapy services.
• Participate in IEP meetings and support development of student goals and services.
• Obtain, modify, and document adaptive equipment and supplies as needed.
• Instruct and support staff, parents, and students in therapeutic and follow-up activities at school and home.
• Train staff on proper handling, positioning, and use of adaptive/assistive devices.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication & collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Tennessee OT license

Job description

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Full-Time Occupational Therapist for a school setting in Dandridge, TN. In this role, you’ll plan, organize, and deliver occupational therapy services to support student development, rehabilitation, and progress toward IEP goals.

The position starts October 2026, 1.0 FTE, Monday through Friday, with benefits and competitive pay. You will collaborate with school teams, assess students across functional areas, and support implementation of adaptive strategies.