School Occupational Therapist Salary in Portland, ME

How much does a School Occupational Therapist make in Portland, ME?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a School Occupational Therapist in Portland, ME is $103,496. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $85,095 to a high of $125,069, with most professionals earning between $93,864 and $114,788.

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Demonstrate competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in specific therapy discipline.

January 13, 2023

Collaborate with general education teachers, special education teachers and other related service providers to identify instructional strategies and accommodations/modifications that promote student success in the inclusive general education classroom.

January 24, 2023

Participates in the development and improvement of opportunities for disabled students by providing individual or group in-service experiences for staff and parents.

January 28, 2023

Implement/carry out treatment plans and or create treatment plans for certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs).

February 28, 2023

Communicates effectively with hospital therapists regarding issues with students.

March 27, 2023

Schedule is 12 month position - 10-month school year and mandatory six-week summer program.

March 28, 2023

Provide direct, consultative and indirect service in school and community settings to support the educational and developmental motor needs of children with disabilities (birth-to-21 years), their families, and their educational teams.

April 01, 2023

Develop an understanding of the use of assistive technology as it relates to areas assessed by occupational therapy and use that understanding to assist students with the use of identified assistive technology.

April 16, 2023

Screen, assess, and evaluate students using appropriate tests and assessment instruments.

May 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for School Occupational Therapist in Portland, ME

Average Base Salary

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114788

103496

Average Total Cash Compensation

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94019

114936

103614

What is the average salary for School Occupational Therapist in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of School Occupational Therapist in Portland, ME. The base salary for School Occupational Therapist ranges from $93,864 to $114,788 with the average base salary of $103,496. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $94,019 to $114,936 with the average total cash compensation of $103,614.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$103,496	$93,864 - $114,788
Bonus	$118	$154 - $148
Total Pay	$103,614	$94,019 - $114,936

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

School Occupational Therapist Salary Near Portland, ME

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE South Portland, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,864 - $114,788	COMPARE TO Portland, ME 0%
CITY, STATE Westbrook, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,864 - $114,788	COMPARE TO Portland, ME 0%
CITY, STATE Auburn, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,932 - $113,648	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Lewiston, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,932 - $113,648	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Windham, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,799 - $114,708	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Saco, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,678 - $114,560	COMPARE TO Portland, ME

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About Portland, Maine

Portland is a city in the U.S. state of Maine, with a population of 67,067 as of 2017. The Greater Portland metropolitan area is home to over half a million people, more than one-third of Maine's total population, making it the most populous metro in northern New England (an area comprising the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont). Portland is Maine's economic center, with an economy that relies on the service sector and tourism. The Old Port district is known for its 19th-century architecture and nightlife. Marine industry still plays an important role in the city's economy, with an a...

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