School Occupational Therapist | Denver, Colorado

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Step into a dynamic educational environment near Arvada, CO, as a registered Occupational Therapist supporting students from preschool through high school for the full 2026-27 academic year. This engaging contract opportunity features two openings: a full-time role and an option at 0.8 FTE. As an essential member of a forward-thinking team, you’ll have the chance to foster independence, build skills, and support academic success for diverse learners across two nearby school sites.

Assignments follow an innovative allocation model designed to provide balanced, equitable workloads—especially benefiting those working with preschools and specialized programs. This thoughtful approach ensures your efforts are focused where they matter most, maintaining a sustainable caseload of approximately 40-60 students.

Qualifications:

• Active Colorado Occupational Therapist license
• Colorado Department of Education (DOE) license
• DORA certification
• Previous pediatric or school-based OT experience preferred
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities
• Flexibility to support students directly and in a consultative capacity

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy services to students ages preschool through high school
• Perform thorough assessments and develop tailored IEP goals based on individual student needs
• Work closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain detailed documentation, including progress notes and outcome communications
• Attend a required Summer Symposium New Hire Orientation from July 27-31st, then transition to campus sites for the academic year beginning August 3rd

Take advantage of an opportunity that allows you to focus on providing high-quality care within an equitable assignment framework—giving you the resources and support to truly make a difference.

Ready to help students thrive and unlock their potential? Apply today and contribute your expertise as an invaluable part of a vibrant and supportive learning community!

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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