School Services - School Occupational Therapist - $50-60 per hour
About the role
As an OT, you will support students in school settings by assessing their needs, developing individualized plans, and implementing interventions to help them succeed academically, socially, and physically. This role offers the opportunity to work with young learners in a supportive school environment while making a lasting impact on their development.
Responsibilities
- Assess students' motor, sensory, and functional abilities to identify areas of need and develop individualized therapy plans.
- Deliver targeted occupational therapy interventions in accordance with students' IEPs, helping them achieve academic and developmental goals.
- Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other specialists to create supportive learning environments tailored to students' unique needs.
- Contribute to the development of IEPs by offering insights on motor development, sensory needs, and appropriate accommodation or modifications.
Requirements
Specialty: Occupational Therapist; Discipline: School Services; Duration: 41 weeks; Hours: 40 hours per week; Shift: 8 hours, days; Employment Type: Local Contract; Location: Glendale Heights, Illinois; Setting: School based; Caseload: Elementary; In-person.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
- IL OT license
- Previous experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred; fieldwork counts
Benefits
- Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Seamless Summer Benefits: Maintain coverage if returning the following school year
- Housing Allowance: Weekly per diem for eligible travelers
- Credentialing Reimbursements: Support for licensure and certification costs
- 401(k) with Matching: Retirement savings program with 4% matching vested immediately
- Weekly Pay: Direct deposit for convenience
- Clinical Support: Ongoing professional guidance and mentorship
Pay
$50–$60 per hour
Schedule
Duration: 41 weeks; Hours: 40 hours per week; Shift: 8 hours, days; Employment Type: Local Contract; Schedule: Part time all SY26/27 (1.0FTE).