Virtual Occupational Therapist (OT)

October 5, 2026

Tutor Me Education is reshaping how students learn, and we're looking for licensed, experienced Occupational Therapists (OTs) to provide 1:1 and small group virtual therapy and developmental instruction to students across the country.

If you are passionate about helping students overcome physical, sensory, cognitive, or motor challenges, achieve their IEP milestones, and build foundational independence—all while enjoying the flexibility to build a schedule around your life—we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

Deliver engaging, individualized virtual occupational therapy tailored to each student's functional goals, developmental delays, and unique learning profile
Create structured intervention plans that align with student IEP goals, targeting areas such as fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, handwriting, sensory processing, and activities of daily living (ADLs)
Adapt instruction and therapeutic exercises in real time based on student engagement, motor performance, and home environment constraints, creatively using household items or digital platforms to keep sessions interactive and effective
Track student data and communicate effectively with families, IEP teams, and school district partners to ensure regulatory compliance and transparent progress reporting

Why tutors love working with us:

Fully remote — tutor from home on your own computer
You set your schedule — choose your availability and update it anytime
You set your hourly rate — and negotiate per job based on the scope of work
Steady opportunities — with hundreds of new students signing up daily, we match jobs to your email based on the subjects and student populations you're best suited for

Note: Many of our assignments operate in Pacific Time, so availability during PT hours is a plus. About Tutor Me Education We're a tutoring and test-preparation platform connecting qualified educators with families and school districts nationwide. Our tutors choose the jobs that fit their expertise and schedule, and our growing partnerships with school districts mean a steady pipeline of meaningful work.

Requirements Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Current National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification
Valid state licensure/certification as an OT (or willingness to obtain reciprocity)
Experience delivering teletherapy or working within a school district K-12 setting is a strong plus
Ability to design and deliver lesson plans aligned to student goals and accommodations
Strong virtual instruction skills — comfort with video conferencing, digital whiteboards, and keeping students engaged online
Ability to pass a background check
Reliable computer, internet, webcam, and quiet workspace

Preferred (not required):

Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

Benefits

Flexible schedule — work when you want
100% remote
Set your own hourly rate
Consistent flow of students matched to your expertise
Opportunity to make a real difference for students who need it most

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