Gross Motor Skills Fine Motor Skills School Occupational Therapist | Wauconda, Illinois

Make a meaningful impact throughout the school year by providing expert occupational therapy services to students who benefit from your skills and passion. This full-time contract role focuses on supporting 4 low-incidence classrooms, including those serving students with life skills needs and autism, with a caseload of approximately 36–40 students. You’ll work in a collaborative educational environment dedicated to fostering each student’s independence and functional abilities.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid OT licensure (required)
• COTA certification and experience in school-based settings preferred
• Demonstrated skills in both fine and gross motor interventions
• Prior experience in home health or healthcare environments is a plus
• Experience supporting students with complex needs or those in special education, such as life skills or autism programs
• Strong ability to adapt and modify activities to individual student needs
• Collaborative approach to working with educators, related services staff, and families

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments and develop individualized plans for students
• Implement creative interventions targeting fine and gross motor skills to enhance participation and independence
• Work in close partnership with classroom teams to support student success in academic and functional activities
• Consult with teachers, aides, and families to provide strategies and support within various school routines
• Maintain documentation of therapy sessions, student progress, and communication with team members
• Provide training to staff to reinforce carryover of skills across settings

Full-time engagement throughout the academic year ensures your efforts consistently support student growth and development. This contract opportunity provides valuable experience for those wishing to expand their expertise in low-incidence disabilities and special education.

If you’re motivated to inspire and create lasting change in students’ lives, take the next step and submit your application today!

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.