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Local Contract School Services - Occupational Therapist - $53-60 per hour

$53 - $60 per hour

Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Highland Park, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Occupational Therapist
  • Discipline: School Services
  • Start Date: 08/12/2026
  • Duration: 42 weeks
  • 35 hours per week
  • Shift: 7 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Local Contract

Empower students to reach their full potential and be a champion for student success in the North Shore!  Cross Country Education is looking for a passionate  Occupational Therapist  to support vibrant school communities in  Highland Park and Northbrook, IL . Join us and help shape the future of our students through dedicated, person-centered care for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Overview:

  • Provide comprehensive OT services across Therapeutic Day Schools, Early Childhood sites, and K-8 gen-ed/resource environments.
  • Deliver specialized support for Life Skills and Resource programs, tailoring goals to unique functional needs.
  • Partner with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate therapy into daily academic and social routines.
  • Maintain flexibility in service delivery as caseloads are finalized, ensuring seamless transitions across age groups (Pre-K through Grade 8).

Qualifications: 

  • Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Valid Illinois State Occupational Therapy License
  • Previous school-based experience or  a strong pediatric background (Highly Preferred)

Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education? 

  • Top Compensation: Earn $53.30 - $60.40 Per Hour , based on your experience and qualifications as an Occupational Therapist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
  • Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
  • Work-Life Balance: Consistent 35-hour work week with a predictable school schedule and paid sick leave .

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Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2

About Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.

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