School Occupational Therapist - South Holland, Illinois

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students from elementary through high school in an engaging educational environment near South Holland, IL. This role is ideal for a skilled Occupational Therapist passionate about making a meaningful difference across various age groups and learning needs. You’ll collaborate closely with teachers and support staff, providing push-in services to full classrooms while tailoring interventions for individualized education plans (IEPs) as required.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Occupational Therapist (OT) license for Illinois
• Experience across school-based, home health, and general healthcare OT settings is highly desired
• Comfortable working with diverse student populations, K-12
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with delivering both classroom-wide and individualized OT support
• Organizational skills to manage caseloads and maintain detailed documentation

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver push-in occupational therapy for full classrooms, fostering inclusive participation and skill development
• Conduct individualized assessments for students with IEPs, developing and implementing targeted intervention plans
• Support students’ daily living, sensory, and fine motor skill advancement within the school context
• Consult with classroom teachers to adapt activities and environments for optimal student access and engagement
• Maintain clear, timely records aligned with school and legal standards
• Engage in problem-solving to ensure equitable access for all students

Contract Details and Schedule:

This position runs from June 3, 2027, with a commitment of 32.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

This is your chance to make lasting connections and foster positive growth among students at all grade levels. Take the next step in your career—apply today to help empower students to reach their full potential!

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.

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