Occupational Therapist School in Bloomington, IL

Make a difference in the lives of students by delivering high-quality occupational therapy services across two vibrant school communities. This contract position offers a dynamic schedule: spend one day per week in Peoria working exclusively with students in an Emotional Disabilities (ED) setting, and three or more days each week in Bloomington, where you'll support a diverse caseload including ED, Autism (Aut), Life Skills, and other specialized needs.

Key

Qualifications:

• Valid Occupational Therapist (OT) license in Illinois
• Previous experience working in school-based settings preferred
• Strong understanding of individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Ability to adapt approach to serve students in both ED and mixed-exceptionality classrooms
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with educators, families, and staff
• Efficient organizational skills to manage documentation and scheduling across locations

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine students’ needs
• Develop and implement targeted treatment plans to support educational goals
• Deliver direct therapy to students individually and in group settings
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for IEP meetings and progress reviews
• Communicate skill development strategies to teachers and caregivers
• Maintain all required student records and documentation in a timely, accurate manner
• Provide consultative support and professional recommendations to school teams

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a strong, supportive school team across diverse learning environments
• Engage in impactful therapy that helps students develop skills for school and daily life
• Flexible, part-time schedule ideal for work-life balance
• Professional growth in unique classroom settings

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.