School Occupational Therapist | Elgin, Illinois

Bring your expertise to an engaging contract opportunity where your OT or COTA skills will make a tangible difference for students in grades K-11. This full-time role—Monday through Friday, 8am to 3pm—offers the chance to collaborate closely with a virtual OT, creating a meaningful impact in a supportive educational setting near Elgin, IL.

You'll work with students who benefit from services focused on handwriting, task initiation and completion, and sensory regulation. The previous provider successfully implemented group sessions and co-treatment with other related service professionals, tailoring interventions to ensure each student receives individualized support.

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• A valid Illinois license or eligibility as an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• School-based OT or COTA experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with K-11 student populations and a collaborative approach to teamwork
• Strong skills in creating, implementing, and tracking interventions around handwriting, task engagement, and sensory strategies

Role responsibilities include:

• For COTAs: delivering direct therapy to students and collecting key data on progress
• For OTs: conducting evaluations, writing and reviewing IEPs, and overseeing virtual collaboration
• Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Participating in group treatment sessions and occasional co-treatments based on individual student needs

This position allows you to build strong professional relationships, sharpen your collaborative skills, and play a key role in promoting student success. The school community values innovative solutions and flexible service delivery arrangements—ideal for those passionate about school-based therapy.

If you are ready to take the next step in your OT or COTA career, apply today to bring your knowledge and compassion to students 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.