Occupational Therapist School Setting in Arlington Heights, IL — listing 9602811

Job description

Step into a rewarding opportunity as an Occupational Therapist, working with elementary-age students in a dynamic educational setting near Arlington Heights, IL. This contract-to-hire position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on a manageable caseload of 24 students, blending your expertise in school-based and healthcare occupational therapy to foster growth and support children's development.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Valid Illinois OT license and credentials
• Experience or strong interest in working with children, particularly within a school environment
• Skills in School, Home Health, and Healthcare Occupational Therapy practices
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and documentation abilities
• Compassion, adaptability, and collaborative spirit

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and consultative occupational therapy services to elementary-age students
• Assess and document student needs, set measurable goals, and deliver interventions tailored to individual strengths and challenges
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support each childs IEP and overall success
• Maintain accurate records, progress reports, and compliance with school and state guidelines
• Contribute actively to IEP meetings and parent conferences as needed
• Advocate for student accessibility, inclusion, and skill development in classroom and school activities

Outstanding Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive compensation with dependable weekly pay
• Comprehensive insurance coveragemedical, dental, vision, life, and more
• Matching 401k to support your long-term financial goals
• Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care needs

This role offers you a supportive environment, professional growth, and the meaningful reward of impacting students lives every day. If you are eager to empower young learners and bring your skills to a dedicated team, we invite you to apply today and take the next step in your OT career.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $55.00. 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.