Part-Time Occupational Therapist (Nashville)

You became an Occupational Therapist to help students thrive in their daily lives. Let’s make that impact where it matters most. At Thrive Therapies, our OTs work hand-in-hand with educators and families to support students’ access to learning, independence, and well-being. We aren’t a traditional healthcare company, we’re a provider-first, mission-centered organization where you’ll find real support, professional autonomy, and a team that values your expertise.

- School-based, student-centered model

- Caseloads designed to support quality work

- Ten paid hours annually toward licensure

- Access to shared assessments and tools

- Collaborative IEP teams and educator-aligned practices

- Flexible scheduling and autonomy for contractors

- 12 weeks fully paid parental leave + miscarriage leave for W2 roles after 1 year

- Paid school breaks + comprehensive benefits for W2 roles

- Current license from the Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy

- Minimum of 1 year of school-based experience (preferred)

- Passion for educational equity and whole-child support

- Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive practice

- Must pass a background check

Employees (W2): $63,000-$85,000/year

1099 Contractor: $38–$54/hour 

We center you, the provider. Whether you’re helping a kindergartner build fine motor skills, guiding a middle schooler through sensory regulation, or adapting a high school classroom to support access, we’re here to help you thrive. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with our OTs and school partners so you’re supported, respected, and never on your own.

Thrive is on a mission to revolutionize the care of children with disabilities. We provide results-driven services and intelligent tools to support children’s development, well-being, and health. At the heart of this mission are the people who change the trajectories of children’s lives. We work for them.

We’re actively interviewing for the 2025–2026 school year. Apply today and let’s build a role that fits you.