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Occupational Therapist

Grand Junction, CO · On-site +1

$65K - $80K/yr

Director of Exceptional Student Services Work Hours/Days: Full-Time or Part-Time based on student ... Collaborate with teachers, special educators, SLPs, PTs, psychologists, nurses, and families to ...

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How much do remote teacher part time jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote teacher part time in Colorado is $56,231.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,200.00 and $63,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote teacher part time?

A Remote Teacher Part Time is an educator who provides instruction to students online, rather than in a traditional classroom, and works fewer hours than a full-time teacher. This role typically involves delivering lessons, grading assignments, and communicating with students virtually. Part-time remote teachers may work for schools, tutoring companies, or other educational organizations, and their schedules can be flexible. This job is ideal for educators seeking work-life balance or additional income.

How do remote part-time teachers effectively engage students and maintain classroom participation in a virtual setting?

Remote part-time teachers often face the challenge of keeping students motivated and engaged without the benefit of in-person interaction. To address this, they use a variety of digital tools, such as interactive whiteboards, breakout rooms, and real-time polls, to create an interactive learning environment. Regular check-ins, clear communication, and incorporating multimedia resources also help sustain student interest. Additionally, remote teachers collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and adapt lesson plans for online delivery, ensuring a supportive and dynamic virtual classroom.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote teacher part time, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Teacher Part Time, you need subject matter expertise, teaching credentials, and experience in virtual instruction or online learning platforms. Familiarity with digital classroom tools like Zoom, Google Classroom, and learning management systems (LMS) is typically required. Strong communication, time management, and student engagement skills help you connect with learners and foster a positive virtual environment. These abilities are crucial for delivering effective instruction, maintaining student motivation, and ensuring educational outcomes in a remote setting.

What is the difference between Remote Teacher Part Time vs Remote Tutor Part Time?

AspectRemote Teacher Part TimeRemote Tutor Part Time
CredentialsTeaching certification or degree often requiredUsually no formal certification needed, but subject expertise required
Work EnvironmentTypically works with classrooms or schools remotelyWorks one-on-one or small groups, often independently
Employer & IndustrySchools, educational platforms, districtsOnline tutoring platforms, freelance, educational apps
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for part-time teaching roles in schools or institutionsSeeking flexible, subject-specific tutoring opportunities

Remote Teacher Part Time roles generally involve working with students in a classroom setting remotely and often require teaching certifications. Remote Tutor Part Time positions focus on individual or small group instruction, usually without formal teaching credentials. Both roles are flexible and conducted online, but they serve different educational needs and environments.

Infographic showing various Remote Teacher Part Time job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,231 per year, or $27 per hour.

Occupational Therapist

MEGX

Grand Junction, CO • On-site, Remote

$65K - $80K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Conduct school-based occupational therapy evaluations addressing finemotor skills, sensory processing, and functional participation.

  • Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services to support students' access to curriculum and participation in school routines.

  • Collaborate with school staff and families to support functional participation and develop individualized plans.


Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: State-Wide - MUST BE A COLORADO RESIDENT

(Grand Junction servicing Montrose Classical Academy in Montrose)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Exceptional Student Services

Work Hours/Days: Full-Time or Part-Time based on student enrollment and special education service needs. Caseload expectations will be aligned with FTE assignment in accordance with state and federal special education guidelines.

Wage: $65,000-80,000/annually. Compensation will be prorated based on FTE assignment.

Benefits: Benefit eligibility is based on FTE status. Employees working 30 hours or greater per week are eligible for full benefits including health, dental, vision, 401k and paid leave. Employees working less than 30 hours per week will get paid sick leave.

We are a small non-profit organization based in Colorado, passionate about helping charter schools succeed. Our primary goal is to assist schools in optimizing their business, human resources and financial functions. We strongly believe that working collaboratively with schools and supporting their essential back-office functions can help them focus on their core mission of educating students. We understand that schools face many challenges, and our team is committed to helping them overcome these challenges by providing tailored solutions.

As an employee of Minga Education Group, you will be part of a small, passionate and dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on the education sector. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of schools and make a meaningful contribution to their success. We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters growth and professional development.

Job FunctionThe Occupational Therapist supports inclusive, datadriven student services by partnering with school leaders, Special Services Providers, special education teachers, paraprofessionals, and families to deliver highquality and compliant occupational therapy services to qualifying students. This role strengthens MTSS/RTI frameworks, traumainformed practices, SELaligned supports, and inclusive access to school environments, while ensuring culturally responsive and legally compliant sensorymotor, finemotor, and functional participation assessments within special education systems.

The Occupational Therapist provides evaluation, consultation, and intervention services to support the sensorymotor, functional, and participation needs of students with disabilities. Through collaborative problemsolving, targeted professional learning, and teambased planning, the Occupational Therapist helps educators and families implement effective sensory supports, finemotor strategies, environmental modifications, assistive technology, and functional routines across school environments, including for students served through 504 plans, Gifted education, and MultiLingual Learner pathways. The Occupational Therapist is a key member of multidisciplinary evaluation and IEP teams, with opportunities for remote consultation and planning.

Core ResponsibilitiesAssessment, Evaluation & Compliance
  • Conduct schoolbased OT evaluations addressing finemotor skills, visualmotor integration, sensory processing, selfregulation, motor planning, and functional school participation.
  • Contribute diagnostic information to multidisciplinary evaluations aligned with IDEA and Colorado eligibility criteria.
  • Develop IEP goals, service plans, progressmonitoring systems, and required documentation.
  • Assess needs for adaptive equipment, assistive technology, sensory supports, environmental modifications, and accessibility accommodations.

Intervention & Direct Student Support

  • Provide direct and consultative OT services to support access to curriculum, functional independence, and participation in school routines.
  • Implement evidencebased interventions for handwriting, finemotor development, sensory regulation, motor planning, executive functioning, and selfhelp skills.
  • Support students in navigating classroom routines, organization systems, transitions, cafeteria tasks, playground participation, and vocational/functional tasks.
  • Reinforce routines, regulation strategies, and functional skills that promote participation across the school day.

Collaboration, Inclusive Practices & Teaming

  • Collaborate with teachers, special educators, SLPs, PTs, psychologists, nurses, and families to support functional participation.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, eligibility determinations, and IEP development.
  • Promote inclusive practices such as UDL, sensoryfriendly environments, accessible classroom setups, and functional accommodations.
  • Provide familycentered strategies to support selfhelp, sensory regulation, and functional skill development at home.

DataBased Decision Making & Progress Monitoring

  • Use assessment and progressmonitoring data to guide intervention planning and adjust supports.
  • Support teams in interpreting functional, sensorymotor, and participation data to inform instructional and behavioral strategies.
  • Maintain accurate service logs, progress reports, and compliance documentation.

Professional Learning & Staff Support

  • Provide training to staff on sensory regulation, finemotor supports, adaptive equipment, positioning, and classroom accommodations.
  • Offer consultation to ensure consistent implementation of OT strategies across environments.
  • Provide family education on sensory needs, functional routines, and skill development.
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Qualifications

Education & Licensure

  • Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • Valid Colorado OT license and/or CDE Special Services Provider (SSP) license in Occupational Therapy
  • Training in sensorymotor development, finemotor and visualmotor skills, functional participation, and schoolbased OT practices
  • Ongoing professional development in traumainformed practices, SEL, inclusive education, and culturally responsive service delivery

Experience

  • Experience providing schoolbased OT services to students with disabilities across mild–moderate and significant needs
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (educators, SSPs, paras, families) to support student access and participation
  • Experience with assistive technology, adaptive equipment, sensory supports, and environmental modifications
  • Experience providing remote consultation or teleOT preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of IDEA, IEP development, and schoolbased OT service delivery models
  • Skill in functional, sensorymotor, finemotor, and participationbased assessments
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, families, and service providers to support student access and engagement
  • Strong communication, cultural responsiveness, and documentation skills
  • Ability to support adaptive equipment, accessibility planning, and environmental modifications that promote student independence and participation
Work Environment & Physical Demands
  • Work is performed in a classroom setting.
  • Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.