Fine Motor Skills Gross Motor Skills Occupational Therapist School Setting - Des Plaines, IL

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students from PreK through 12th grade near Des Plaines, IL! This role is perfect for passionate occupational therapists and certified occupational therapy assistants seeking to make a genuine impact in a vibrant educational setting. You’ll help students develop their fine and gross motor skills, both within the classroom and through individualized support, over a focused summer session.

Key Details:

• Orientation scheduled for Friday, June 5
• Work collaboratively from Monday, June 8 to Friday, June 26 (with Friday, June 19 off)
• Student attendance from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; staff hours from 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong experience in school-based OT, healthcare, or home health settings
• Skilled in supporting fine and gross motor skill development in children and adolescents
• Licensed Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Background in managing caseloads across diverse age groups, ideally PreK through high school
• Creative, adaptable, and collaborative approach to working with students and school teams

Your Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging OT interventions tailored to students’ individual needs and group goals
• Collaborate with educators and families to integrate therapy into the educational environment
• Monitor, track, and communicate student progress in both formal reports and team meetings
• Foster a supportive, encouraging atmosphere that promotes student independence and participation

Embark on this short-term, impactful assignment that lets you work mornings and helps create brighter futures for students of all abilities. If you’re driven by the chance to inspire young minds and enjoy a balanced summer schedule, we encourage you to apply now and contribute your OT skills where they matter 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.