Occupational Therapist School Setting in Loves Park, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Make an impact as a school-based Occupational Therapist in the Rockford, IL area, supporting students across two campuses. With a full-time, school-based schedule (37.5 hours per week), you’ll play a vital role in helping students develop key skills alongside a collaborative educational team. Caseload assignment is tailored to your preference—early childhood, elementary, middle, or high school—ensuring your skills are matched to age groups you’re most passionate about.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license
• Previous experience in school settings or pediatric environments preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency with sensory integration and supporting school-aged children’s development
• Strong documentation skills, including using goals and progress reporting

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver direct therapy services within general education, resource, and select self-contained special education classrooms
• Serve students on-site at one campus per day, with no travel required between buildings during the school day
• Develop and implement custom treatment plans based on students’ IEP goals and collaborate with educational staff and families
• Document intervention outcomes and support students’ participation and success in classroom activities
• Engage in ongoing communication with teachers, staff, and families to update on progress and adjust interventions as needed

Benefits:

• Weekly direct deposit for your earnings every Friday as a W-2 employee
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with company matching for your future
• Immediate openings with interviews conducted virtually

Ready to make a difference in students’ lives while growing your own professional experience? Take the next step and submit your application with an updated resume today. Exciting opportunities await—your expertise can help students thrive this school year!

Compensation for this position ranges from $34.46 to $64.46. 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.

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