Occupational Therapist at Ampersand Therapy

School Occupational Therapist (OT) – Full-Time Or Part-Time | Kent, WA | 2025–2026 School Year

Ampersand Therapy, a women-led and therapist-founded company, is hiring a full-time or part-time Occupational Therapist (OT) for an in-person, school-based OT position in Kent, Washington for the rest of the 2025–2026 school year!

Whether you're a seasoned school OT or a new graduate eager to support students, we would love to hear from you.

Position Details:

• Location: Kent, WA (in-person with a local public school district)
• Schedule: Full-time or part-time hours, Monday–Friday, no weekends
• Start Date: ASAP or flexible based on candidate availability
• Caseload: K-12
• Services Provided:

• Direct occupational therapy services for school-aged students
• School-based evaluations, treatments, and IEP development
• Participation in IEP meetings with families and special education teams
• Documentation and progress reporting
• Collaboration with teachers, staff, and district leadership

Requirements:

• Valid Washington Occupational Therapist license (or willingness to obtain)
• ESA (Educational Staff Associate) certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Previous school-based experience preferred, especially working with COTAs and participating in IEP teams

Pay & Benefits:

• Pay: $55–$70/hour (W-2)
• Hours: ~37 hours/week

• Benefits include:
• Paid sick leave
• Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Flexible schedule options
• Mileage reimbursement (IRS rate)
• CEU and licensure reimbursement
• Volunteer PTO + nonprofit donation matching
• No non-compete clauses

Why Join Ampersand Therapy?

We’re a small, mission-driven company local to Western Washington and Northern Colorado. As therapists ourselves, we understand the needs of school-based clinicians and created a company we’d want to work for.

Our values:

• Equity & Inclusion: We support causes like The Conscious Kid and provide resources to address racism and discrimination in schools.
• Community Engagement: We volunteer and partner with groups like Special Olympics and Project Canine.
• Sustainability: We’re committed to reducing waste, operating digitally, and achieving a negative carbon footprint.

Apply Today!

Join a team that values your work, supports your growth, and helps you thrive in your role as a school-based Occupational Therapist.

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 encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.