School Occupational Therapist | East Peoria, Illinois

Step into an impactful role supporting young learners and their families through occupational therapy services in a birth-to-5 program. This contract position offers the opportunity to provide essential assistance in both Head Start and Early Head Start settings across multiple sites, while enjoying a flexible, part-time schedule of two days per week. The assignment covers the entire school year, allowing you to establish meaningful connections with students, families, and colleagues.

What we’re looking for:

• Licensed Occupational Therapist with experience or enthusiasm for working in school settings
• Previous involvement in early childhood and/or birth-to-5 programs
• Strong understanding of IEPs and collaborative processes with district personnel
• Adaptability to work across three sites, with support from a designated home base
• Skills in guiding and assisting home visitors supporting students with ISSPs/IEPs
• Excellent communication abilities for supporting parents and caregivers in their children’s development

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to students enrolled in Head Start and Early Head Start programs
• Collaborate closely with district teams on IEP planning and implementation
• Travel between up to three assigned sites, while maintaining a home base for resources and teamwork
• Offer support to home visitors serving children with specialized plans
• Engage parents in the therapy process, equipping them to champion their child’s growth
• Document progress and share insights with educational teams

This role is ideal for a flexible, compassionate OT seeking meaningful work in early intervention within a supportive school environment. If you thrive on collaboration and make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, we encourage you to apply today and help shape positive outcomes for those who need it 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.