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Occupational Therapist (OT) School-Based | Up to $55/hr

Tacoma, WA

Posted: 08/27/2026 Job Title: Occupational Therapist Job Number: 2054cf83-8da1-f111-b8dc-70a8a5af0dac Pay Rate: $50-$55

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Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based | Up to $55/hr | Tacoma, WA

Up to $55/hr | Monday– Friday | K– 12 School Setting

Looking for an Occupational Therapist job in Tacoma, WA with a consistent weekday schedule? Join a local school program where you’ ll help K– 12 students build the skills they need to participate more fully in the classroom and throughout the school day.

We’ re hiring a school-based Occupational Therapist to provide evaluations, direct therapy, and IEP-based services. You may support students at one or more campuses within the district, depending on caseload needs.

Why You Should Apply
  • Earn up to $55/hr, based on experience and qualifications
  • Consistent Monday– Friday school schedule
  • No nights or weekends
  • Work directly with K– 12 students
  • Collaborate with teachers, families, and other school professionals
  • Make a practical difference in students’ classroom participation and independence
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more are available starting on the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. 

What You’ ll Do
  • Provide occupational therapy services based on each student’ s Individualized Education Program (IEP)
  • Evaluate students’ functional abilities, developmental needs, and progress
  • Develop individualized therapy goals and intervention plans
  • Help students improve fine motor, gross motor, sensory-processing, visual-motor, and self-care skills
  • Provide direct therapy in individual or small-group settings
  • Recommend strategies, accommodations, and adaptive equipment that support student success
  • Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development of student goals
  • Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, and other service providers
  • Maintain accurate treatment notes, progress reports, and required documentation
  • Travel between school campuses when required by the district

What We’ re Looking For
  • Master’ s degree from an accredited occupational therapy program
  • Current Washington State Occupational Therapist license
  • NBCOT certification
  • Ability to complete required school and district clearances
  • Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary school team
  • Previous pediatric or school-based OT experience is preferred but not required

Apply Today

If you’ re an Occupational Therapist looking for a school-based position in Tacoma, apply today to learn more about the caseload, schedule, and school assignment.

 

*This pay range represents Covelo Group's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location. 

Covelo Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

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