Occupational Therapist (K-6)

Occupational Therapist | K-6

About the Role:

AnthroMed Education is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to support students in a school-based setting in Lafayette, Indiana for the 2026–2027 school year.

This full-time opportunity will support students across elementary and intermediate grade levels (K–6th), with services provided in a variety of educational environments. The OT will collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, and related service providers to help students develop the functional skills they need to participate successfully in their educational programs.

Caseload Details:

• Serve students across K–6th grade in elementary and intermediate school settings.

• Full-time position with an 8-hour work day.

• School-based services may include:

  • Consultation

  • Inclusion

  • Resource settings

  • Functional Skills classrooms

• Support students with a variety of developmental, physical, sensory, fine motor, visual-motor, and functional needs.

• Collaborate with teachers and special education teams to identify strategies that improve students' access to the educational environment.

• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to support student independence and participation.

• Opportunity to provide both direct and consultative occupational therapy services.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations to identify students' strengths, needs, and barriers to educational participation.

• Develop measurable OT goals and recommendations aligned with students' IEPs.

• Provide direct occupational therapy services based on students' individual needs and educational goals.

• Provide consultation to teachers, staff, and families regarding strategies to support student participation and independence.

• Address functional skills such as:

  • Fine motor development

  • Visual-motor integration

  • Handwriting and written work

  • Sensory regulation

  • Self-care and daily living skills

  • Classroom participation

  • Motor planning and coordination

• Adapt instructional materials, equipment, and classroom environments to improve accessibility.

• Recommend and support the use of assistive technology and adaptive equipment when appropriate.

• Monitor student progress and provide required progress reports and documentation.

• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.

• Maintain accurate treatment notes and documentation in accordance with state and district requirements.

• Collaborate with educators and related service providers to promote student independence and success.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

• Valid Indiana Occupational Therapy License or eligibility to obtain.

• Eligible to practice as an Occupational Therapist in Indiana.

• Knowledge of school-based occupational therapy and special education practices preferred.

• Experience working with children in educational settings is preferred but not required.

• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Passion for helping students build functional skills and participate successfully in school.

New graduate OTs are encouraged to apply!

Why Join AnthroMed Education?

• $48,000–$60,000 annual salary, based on experience

• Paid weekly

• Personalized 1:1 clinical support from an experienced Clinical Director.

• Ongoing professional and clinical support throughout your placement.

• Access to therapy resources and materials.

• Professional development and free school-based CEUs.

• Bi-weekly therapy team meetings for collaboration and support.

• Annual materials stipend.

• Licensure reimbursement.

• A supportive community of school-based therapists.

Benefits

Team members working 30+ hours per week are eligible for full-time benefits, including:

• Medical PPO with $0 employee payroll deduction

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, and Transit)

• 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 3% starting Day 1

• 100% employer-paid Short-Term Disability

• 100% employer-paid Basic Life Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Optional supplemental Life, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage

About AnthroMed Education

AnthroMed Education is dedicated to supporting school-based therapists throughout their careers.

We believe clinicians deserve more than simply being placed in a school. Our therapists receive ongoing clinical support, professional development, therapy resources, and a community of fellow clinicians throughout the school year.

Whether you're an experienced school-based OT or a new graduate beginning your career, AnthroMed is here to support you from day one.

Apply today to learn more about this School-Based Occupational Therapist opportunity in Lafayette, IN!

AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AnthroMed LLC does not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.