School Occupational Therapist | Peyton, Colorado

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Job Description

This opportunity is for an experienced Occupational Therapist to support students across multiple K-12 schools in the Colorado Springs, CO area during the 2025-26 school year. The position offers a full-time contract with 37.5 hours per week, as well as a part-time option providing 60 minutes per month for in-home services. The role involves delivering both direct and indirect occupational therapy services under a caseload model, with responsibilities including evaluations, Individualized Education Program (IEP) development, and ongoing student support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive OT evaluations and develop treatment plans aligned with student goals
• Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services in school and home settings
• Collaborate with educational teams to integrate therapy goals into academic programming
• Document services accurately and ensure compliance with IEP requirements
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to student progress monitoring

Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Colorado Occupational Therapist License and Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Teaching Certification
• Familiarity with caseload-based service delivery models in the educational environment
• Experience working with K-12 students across multiple school settings
• Ability to perform both school-based and home health occupational therapy services
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with educators and families

Additional Details:

• The district utilizes a caseload model with multiple schools assigned to the therapist
• Administrative time and paid team meetings are provided as part of the workweek
• Interviews are conducted via Zoom or in-person, with hiring decisions made as soon as possible
• Fingerprinting and credentials verification are required prior to starting

This position is ideal for an occupational therapist skilled in school-based and home health settings who seeks to make a positive impact on students functional and academic success. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to facilitate a timely recruitment process.

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00 to $72.50. 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.