School Occupational Therapist (OT) – Jan–Mar 2027 | Full-Time or Part-Time

Get to Know Mariposa This Spring

Looking for a short-term school-based OT role with full-time or part-time options? Mariposa Therapy Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist for temporary maternity leave coverage from January through March 2027.

Get to know our team, experience our therapist-led culture, and make a difference for students. For those interested in staying with Mariposa, potential opportunities may include clinic positions or school-based roles for the 2027–2028 school year, depending on availability and mutual fit.

The Assignment

Coverage includes three campuses:

• Surprise: One main school, approximately 3 days per week
• Peoria area: One smaller school/caseload, approximately 1 day per week
• South Phoenix: One smaller school/caseload, approximately 1 day per week

We’re open to one full-time OT covering all three campuses or two part-time OTs sharing the assignment. Share your availability and preferred locations—we’d love to connect.

Meaningful Work With a Supportive Team

As a therapist-led, multidisciplinary organization, Mariposa partners with public and charter schools throughout Greater Phoenix to help students participate, learn, and thrive.

You’ll provide creative, strengths-based occupational therapy while collaborating with educators, families, and school teams—with clinical and administrative support along the way.

Why Join Mariposa?

• Therapist-led leadership that understands school-based practice
• Established school partnerships and collaborative campus teams
• Clinical autonomy with support from experienced clinicians
• Supported onboarding to help you transition into coverage
• Dedicated administrative support for compliance and onboarding
• Therapy supplies and standardized assessment materials provided
• An opportunity to experience Mariposa firsthand before exploring a longer-term role

Compensation & Benefits

This temporary W-2 assignment offers full-time or part-time options from January through March 2027.

$56–$59.72 per hour, based on experience.

**For those interested in continuing with Mariposa, clinic or school-based opportunities may become available. Our benefits package is available to eligible employees who transition into a permanent full-time position.

• 100% employer-paid medical base plan, with options to purchase enhanced coverage
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Paid sick time and paid time off
• 401(k) with a Safe Harbor 3% employer contribution
• Professional development funding and unlimited web-based CEU access

Let’s Connect

Whether you’re interested in the full assignment or a part-time schedule, we’d love to hear from you.