Occupational Therapist School Setting in Aurora, IL

Bring your passion for pediatric occupational therapy to a vibrant school-based setting near Aurora, IL! This full-time contract role is ideal for a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) dedicated to delivering high-quality care in an educational environment. Gain the unique opportunity to split the caseload—onsite COTA support with collaborative virtual OT oversight.

Enjoy engaging with students from kindergarten through 11th grade, providing support in essential developmental areas such as handwriting, task initiation and completion, and sensory integration. Your daily work will include direct therapy interventions, data collection, and dynamic group sessions. Co-treat with other related service providers, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care based on each student’s individual needs.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Illinois license as Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings is highly valued
• Strong skills in addressing fine motor development, sensory processing, and executive function
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, families, and other therapists
• Effective communicator with solid documentation abilities

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver direct therapy to students K-11 on a full-time, Monday-Friday basis (8am-3pm)
• Address handwriting, sensory needs, and task engagement through individual and group sessions
• Collect data, monitor progress, and adapt strategies accordingly
• For COTAs: focus on direct intervention and robust documentation
• OTs (virtual): oversee IEPs, evaluations, and ensure compliance and continuity of care
• Partner with other service providers for co-treatment as needed

Discover a rewarding professional experience supporting students’ academic and personal growth. If you thrive in a collaborative school environment and are excited about making a real impact, we encourage you to apply today!

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.