School Occupational Therapist - $2,059 per week
About the Role
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel School Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Rockford, Illinois. This is a school-based contract assignment where you'll earn full-time pay and benefits with a company that values your expertise, supports your growth, and helps you focus on helping students improve, succeed, and thrive.
What We're Looking For
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program
- Current state license in good standing with the State License Board
- NBCOT Certification
- Educator's License
- School-based experience across EC, elementary, middle school, or high school settings
Assignment Details
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts
- 5 days a week
- School-based setting serving EC, elementary, middle school, and high school students
- Two full-time openings
Benefits
- Weekly, on-time pay
- Full medical benefits & 401k matching plan
- 24/7 recruiter available by text, phone or email
- Competitive referral bonuses
- 100% paid housing available for travel contracts
- Travel & license reimbursement on travel contracts
Why You'll Love Working with Us
- Nationwide opportunities: Local and travel positions across the U.S.
- Competitive pay: We advocate for you to get the best pay packages and negotiate flexible working terms when needed.
- Supportive culture: Join a team that puts people first – you'll have a dedicated support staff, clinical guidance, and a collaborative community behind you.
- We champion your career: We specialize in advocating for OTs like you – securing top pay packages, negotiating flexible schedules, and finding positions even if they're not currently posted – all at no cost to you.
Location Highlights
Rockford, Illinois offers access to both outdoor recreation and regional city amenities. Anderson Japanese Gardens and Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens are both located in Rockford, and Rock Cut State Park sits about 10 miles northeast with hiking, fishing, and kayaking options. The city is approximately 90 miles from Chicago and about 70 miles from Madison, giving travelers access to major dining, entertainment, and airport options within a manageable drive. Rockford also features the Coronado Performing Arts Center downtown and the Sinnissippi Park riverfront along the Rock River, which supports a mix of urban convenience and outdoor time.