What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - School position at American Traveler?
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x7.5hrs
- Hours: 37.5 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 7, 2026
- Length: 42 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a school-based Occupational Therapist to serve PK-5th grade students across multiple schools in a district requiring a Colorado OT CDE license.
Details
- School-based setting within a Colorado school district
- Serve PK through 5th grade students
- Average caseload of approximately 45 students
- Day shift schedule, 5x7.5 hours, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Schools operate on a 4-day school week with no student services on Fridays
- Floating required between different schools within the district
- Mileage between schools is not billable
Requirements
- Colorado OT CDE license required if applicable, and application for license must be submitted prior to interview
- Active state license required for consideration
Additional Information
- Team includes 7.5 FTE Occupational Therapists and 1 COTA within the district
- Monthly team meetings provide ongoing support
- Trusted autonomy for related service providers, with Fridays available for administrative work or professional development
- Candidates are encouraged to live in Cortez, Mancos, or Dolores due to the position's location, and Durango is not recommended
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan