Travel School Occupational Therapist | Elgin, Illinois

Embark on an exciting travel opportunity as a school-based Occupational Therapist in Elgin, Illinois, where you’ll combine your passion for empowering students with the perks of a rewarding travel career. This full-time assignment offers the chance to work across multiple schools in a vibrant community, while enjoying non-taxable stipends, comprehensive travel assistance, premium compensation, healthcare coverage, a 401(k) plan, and robust job security—all designed to ensure you feel valued and supported every step of the way.

Elgin, located along the scenic Fox River, offers a blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, providing the perfect backdrop for both professional growth and personal adventure. Experience the cultural richness of this dynamic area while expanding your expertise by collaborating with educators, therapists, and school leaders. Traveling in this role means you’ll gain exposure to a variety of workplace practices and student populations, broadening your clinical toolkit and enhancing your resume. During your downtime, you’re free to discover Elgin’s parks, architecture, unique dining, and charming downtown scene.

In this itinerant position, you’ll make a lasting impact on students from Pre-K through age 22, serving a diverse, dynamic caseload across elementary, middle, and high schools.

What You Bring:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• Active Illinois OT license (IDFPR required)
• Strongly prefer previous school-based experience
• Ability to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to students
• Flexibility to travel between school sites
• Commitment to completing time-sensitive credentialing, including fingerprinting

What You’ll Do:

• Assess and treat students’ occupational therapy needs in academic settings
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement IEPs
• Travel between assigned school sites for maximum impact
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Why This Assignment?

• Non-taxable stipends and premium compensation
• Travel assistance to simplify your transition
• Comprehensive healthcare, 401(k), and job security
• Continuous professional development and leadership exposure
• The freedom to explore new communities and enrich your experience

If you’re ready to take your career further, embrace meaningful professional challenges, and immerse yourself in a new community, apply now to secure your spot and start making a difference!

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.