Build a Career That Makes a Difference

Looking for a school-based therapy position where you feel supported, valued, and part of a collaborative team? Whether you’re an experienced Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or just beginning your career, Mariposa Therapy Services offers meaningful work, mentorship, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.

As a therapist-led, multidisciplinary organization, we partner with public and charter schools throughout the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area to provide evidence-based occupational therapy services that help students participate, learn, and thrive.

At Mariposa, school-based therapy is about more than compliance—it’s about empowering students through creative, strengths-based intervention while building lasting relationships with educators, families, and school communities.

Current School Opportunities

Current hiring is focused on school-based positions for the 2026–2027 school year in the following areas:

• West Valley: Tolleson, Avondale, Glendale
• Phoenix: Central & South Phoenix

Additional opportunities may become available throughout the Greater Phoenix area based on district needs and therapist preferences.

Compensation & Benefits

++++++++++ 100% Employer-Paid Medical Base Plan ++++++++++++++++

Eligible employees receive a fully employer-paid medical base plan—with no employee premium contribution required. Employees may also choose enhanced coverage options and pay the additional cost to upgrade.

The compensation examples below reflect full-time 2026–2027 school-based opportunities 

• Experienced School OT: Approximately $86,000-89,000 total compensation for full-time in-person positions (includes base salary and full-time in-person campus stipend).
• New Graduate School OT: Approximately $80,000-82,000 total compensation for full-time in-person positions (includes base salary and full-time in-person campus stipend).
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• W-2 employment with benefits eligibility, paid sick time, 401(k), CEUs, and therapist support.

Compensation may vary based on school district, geographic assignment, experience, and role responsibilities.

Why Therapists Choose Mariposa

• Therapist-led leadership that understands school caseloads, documentation, and collaboration with educational teams
• Long-standing school partnerships with established district relationships throughout the Phoenix metro area
• Clinical autonomy supported by experienced leaders and collaborative school teams
• Multidisciplinary collaboration alongside SLPs, PTs, educators, and special education teams
• Technology that supports clinicians, including AI-assisted documentation tools and workflow innovations that reduce administrative burden
• Dedicated administrative support for scheduling, compliance, and onboarding
• Opportunities for both full-time and part-time schedules designed to support work-life balance

Growing Your Career at Mariposa

• Structured Onboarding: Mentorship and leadership support designed to set you up for success from day one
• New Graduate Friendly: We welcome new graduates who are eager to learn within a collaborative and supportive environment
• Professional Growth: Paid CEUs, ongoing development opportunities, and specialty learning pathways
• Leadership Opportunities: Clinical mentorship, student supervision, and leadership roles available as your career evolves
• Therapist-Led Culture: Work alongside experienced clinicians who value collaboration, creativity, and meaningful student outcomes

Benefits (W-2 Employment)

• Employer-paid medical insurance (eligibility applies)
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Safe Harbor 3% employer contribution (eligibility applies)
• Professional development funding
• Unlimited web-based CEU platform
• Therapy supplies and standardized assessment materials provided
• Dedicated administrative support
• Company-sponsored events and community engagement opportunities

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy services that support student participation and educational access.
• Utilize creative, engaging, and strengths-based intervention strategies to support students with diverse developmental needs, including autistic and neurodiverse learners.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and school teams to develop practical strategies that promote participation and independence throughout the school day.
• Partner with multidisciplinary team members to provide coordinated, student-centered services.
• Complete timely documentation, progress reports, and IEP-related documentation using technology designed to support clinician efficiency.
• Establish positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, educators, and colleagues.
• Comply with district policies and applicable state and federal regulations governing school-based therapy services.
• Occupational Therapists complete evaluations and determine service recommendations as appropriate to educational needs. 
• COTAs provide services under appropriate supervision in accordance with Arizona licensure requirements, Arizona Department of Health Services regulations, and professional board standards.
• Opportunities are available for student mentorship and clinical education, as appropriate to discipline, licensure, and experience.

Qualifications

Occupational Therapist (OT)

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy
• Arizona OT license (or ability to obtain)
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• New graduates encouraged to apply

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Arizona COTA license (or ability to obtain)
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• New graduates encouraged to apply