Make a meaningful impact as an Occupational Therapist supporting K-5 students across two dynamic school settings for the full academic year. This full-time contract position offers the opportunity to provide essential services Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., with your time divided between two elementary campuses—1.5 days at one location and 3.5 days at the other. With a diverse and rewarding caseload, you'll collaborate closely with educators and families, helping young learners thrive both academically and functionally.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Current Occupational Therapist license in Illinois
- Experience in school-based settings; familiarity with K–5 population preferred
- Background in home health, healthcare, or teletherapy is advantageous
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage a split caseload and demonstrate flexibility between locations
- Commitment to collaborating with teachers, support staff, and families
- Passion for fostering independence and participation in children with diverse needs
Responsibilities:
- Deliver direct occupational therapy services to elementary students per IEP requirements
- Conduct screenings, evaluations, and assessments across both assigned schools
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized intervention plans
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on student progress and goal setting
- Provide resources, strategies, and in-services for educational staff and families
- Maintain thorough and timely documentation and progress reports
- Adapt interventions for in-person and teletherapy delivery, as needed
You'll be joining a supportive environment dedicated to empowering students to succeed in the classroom and beyond. Embrace a fulfilling role that offers both variety and stability, working within a close-knit educational community.
Ready to take the next step in your OT career? Apply now to make a difference every day in the lives of elementary students!
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