School Occupational Therapist Jobs - Elementary and Middle School - Full-Time

School Occupational TherapistApplylocations: Auburn, WAtime type: R-102087**Job Title:**School Occupational Therapist**Pay Range:**$62-72/hour**Job Description:****School Occupational Therapist OT | Up to $72/hour | Auburn, WA | Full-Time Hours | 2026-2027 School Year | Middle School and Elementary School Caseload****Position Details:*** Middle School and Elementary School* Full Time - Starting Sept. 9, 2026 for the entire school year* 1.0 FTE, M-F**About the Role** Hello, Occupational Therapists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) for a K–12 school setting in Auburn, WA. Why Join Us*** Competitive pay (Up to $72/hour) + steady school-year schedule* W-2 employment with liability insurance included* Healthcare benefits\* + 401(k) with company match* Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses* Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses**What You’ll Do*** Provide school-based OT services: evaluations, treatment, and consultation* Conduct standardized assessments and write evaluation reports* Develop and implement IEP goals aligned with student needs* Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams* Support students’ fine motor, sensory, and functional skill development* Partner with teachers, SPED staff, and families to promote carryover* Maintain timely documentation, progress notes, and compliance records* Adapt materials and environments to improve student access**What We’re Looking For*** Active (or eligible) Washington State OT license* ESA Certification (or ability to obtain)* Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy* Strong communication and collaboration skills* School-based experience preferred, not required**About Ampersand Therapy** Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.*Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We're a small business, local to many of the areas we hire in, and are proud to be women, minority, and therapist-founded and run.We began our career working in schools both as district and contract employees. Because we are therapists ourselves, we are deeply appreciative of and understand the work that you do. We're so passionate about students that we're often working in the schools ourselves.