School Occupational Therapist | Arvada, Colorado

Make a lasting impact supporting students’ growth and independence in a full-time occupational therapy role within a vibrant educational environment. This contract opportunity is ideal for dedicated, student-centered professionals passionate about fostering success across K-12 settings. You’ll provide essential OT services on site, covering a leave for the remainder of the school year, in the Denver area.

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid and active Colorado DOE certification as an Occupational Therapist (serving ages birth through 21)
• Experience or strong interest in school-based OT practice (K-12 experience a plus)
• Adaptability for working across multiple school sites (assignments TBD)
• Capacity to build rapport with students and collaborate effectively with educators and families
• Timely completion of background check requirement upon offer acceptance

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive OT services to students with a range of needs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized education plans
• Assess students’ functional abilities and develop intervention strategies to support participation in school activities
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and service delivery according to district guidelines
• Flexibly address a range of ages, disabilities, and caseload needs
• Communicate consistently with teachers and parents, providing strategies for improved educational outcomes

What You’ll Love:

• Structured, full-time, daytime schedule: 37.5 hours/week, Monday through Friday
• Opportunities to make a genuine difference in students’ lives every day
• Exposure to diverse educational settings and collaborative teams
• Support through each step of the placement and credentialing process

Set yourself up to thrive in a dynamic school-based setting. If you’re ready to help students develop crucial skills for academic and personal success, don’t miss this chance—apply today and take the next step in your educational therapy career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $35.53 to $53.47. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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