School Occupational Therapist | Streamwood, Illinois

Experience an enriching, full-time contract opportunity for an OT or COTA specializing in helping students from kindergarten through grade 11 succeed and grow. In this key role, you will make a real difference by addressing the diverse needs of young learners near Streamwood, IL. Work Monday through Friday, 8am to 3pm, in a supportive educational environment that values team collaboration and student-centered care.

We are innovatively splitting the caseload between a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) providing direct, on-site support, and a remote Occupational Therapist (OT) who will oversee evaluations and IEPs. As a COTA, you will focus on hands-on therapy and progress monitoring. If you are an OT interested in teletherapy, this role allows you to focus on specialized assessments and planning.

What We’re Looking For:

• Active certification as an OT or COTA
• Experience in school-based settings preferred
• Confidence working with grades K-11 and a wide range of student abilities
• Competency addressing handwriting, task initiation/completion, and sensory integration
• Ability to facilitate both group and individual sessions
• Comfort collaborating with other service providers for co-treatment when appropriate
• Organizational skills for effective data collection and communication

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct occupational therapy to students, targeting key skill areas
• Support students’ functional performance and independence in the classroom
• Collect and document data on student progress
• Collaborate with teachers and other clinicians for holistic care
• Participate in occasional co-treatment sessions
• Work closely with virtual OT for IEP updates and evaluations

If you are passionate about providing high-quality therapy in a dynamic, student-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help empower students to thrive!

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.