School Occupational Therapist | Arlington Heights, Illinois

Arlington Heights,IL 26 days ago

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Category Schools - OT
Job Type Contract

Take the next step in your career by supporting students across a vibrant school district near Arlington Heights, IL. This contract opportunity is ideal for experienced Occupational Therapists eager to make a positive impact in educational settings. Enjoy the chance to work with a diverse group of students, ranging from Pre-K up to age 22, helping them reach their full potential.

What You’ll Need:

  • Active Illinois clinical license from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
  • School-based Occupational Therapy experience (strongly preferred)
  • Ability to travel between multiple school sites (elementary, middle, and high schools)
  • Familiarity working with wide-ranging student populations and age groups
  • Commitment to completing district fingerprinting and credentialing requirements
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide direct occupational therapy services to students from Pre-K to age 22 with a variety of needs
  • Collaborate with teachers, families, and IEP teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans
  • Travel between assigned schools within the district to support caseloads as needed
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with all regulatory requirements
  • Participate in eligibility, evaluation, and progress monitoring meetings
  • Promote independence, participation, and skill development within the school environment

Advantages of This Role:

  • Contract position with a clear start and end date, offering stability through the end of the school year
  • Full-time schedule (35–37.5 hours/week) with varying hours based on assignments
  • Exposure to a wide variety of educational settings and age groups, expanding your expertise

If you’re ready to expand your practice in a dynamic educational environment and help students thrive, we invite you to apply today! Take this rewarding step to advance your career and make a difference where it matters most.

Compensation for this position ranges from $39.46 to $59.46. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

  • Competitive Salary
  • Weekly Paycheck
  • Matching 401(k) Plan
  • Extensive Medical Coverage
  • Licensing Assistance
  • Custom Housing
  • Travel Assistance
  • Professional Development Reimbursement