Occupational Therapist School Setting in Des Plaines, IL
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Step into an impactful role supporting students as a contract Occupational Therapist for the 2026-2027 academic year. This opportunity involves working exclusively on-site within a dynamic and supportive school district near Des Plaines, IL. You’ll play an important part in helping students preschool through age 22 build vital life skills and participate more fully in their education.
This itinerant position will have you traveling between multiple school locations—elementary, middle, and high schools—making each day unique and rewarding. Each school has distinct start and end times, and you can expect a full-time weekly schedule of 35-37.5 hours, with 7-7.5 hour workdays. As an integral resource, you will adapt your expertise to a broad spectrum of developmental, physical, and sensory needs, working collaboratively with educators and families.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Valid and active Illinois Occupational Therapist license (IDFPR).
- School-based OT experience is highly preferred.
- Comfortable with a caseload spanning Pre-K to transition age (up to 22 years).
- Flexibility to travel between assigned schools within the district.
- Ability to meet all credentialing requirements, including completion of fingerprinting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments and develop individualized plans for students across multiple grade levels.
- Provide direct intervention and therapy to foster functional independence.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, classroom staff, and families.
- Document progress and maintain compliance with state and district policies.
- Support student inclusion and participation in educational routines and activities.
This is a fantastic contract opportunity for therapists who thrive on diversity in their daily work. You’ll find yourself making measurable differences in students’ academic and personal lives across several schools.
Ready to invest your energy and expertise in this rewarding school-based role? Take the next step in your OT career—apply today to help shape student success!
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