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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; COTA – School Based; Float

Job in Crestwood, Cook County, Illinois, 60418, USA
Listing for: AB Staffing Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-07
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
  • Education / Teaching
    School Counselor, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 41 - 44 USD Hourly USD 41.00 44.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – School Based (Float)

Crestwood, IL | Multiple School Locations

$41–$44 per hour | 2025–2026 School Year

AB Staffing is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA – Float) to support multiple school locations in the Crestwood, IL area for the 2025–2026 school year
. This school-based role follows the academic calendar and offers consistent weekday hours with the flexibility and variety of floating between campuses.

Position Details:
  • Location: Crestwood, IL (multiple nearby school sites)
  • Schedule: Full-time school hours - 32,5 hours per week
  • Contract: Full 2025–2026 school year
  • Setting: School-based (K–12)
  • Role Type: Float OT
  • Caseload, mileage expectations, and school placements discussed prior to offer to ensure a great fit
  • Weekly Pay: $1,332 - $1,430
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Paid vacation time (eligibility required)
  • Housing assistance (if relocating)
  • Travel stipend & untaxed per diems (for qualified travelers)
  • Full credentialing support (before, during, and after assignment)
  • Referral bonuses
  • Dedicated staffing specialist for ongoing support
Key Responsibilities:
  • Implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
  • Provide direct therapy services to students per IEP goals
  • Support students’ functional, fine motor, sensory, and school participation skills
  • Collaborate with teachers, OTs, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Travel between assigned school buildings as needed
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with district and state requirements
  • Promote safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments
Qualifications:
  • Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
  • Active Illinois COTA License
  • School-based or pediatric experience preferred
  • Comfortable floating between multiple school sites
  • BLS/CPR certification
  • Ability to meet standard pre-employment requirements
Why AB Staffing?

Since 2002, AB Staffing has partnered directly with school districts nationwide to place therapists in rewarding school-based roles. We pride ourselves on competitive pay, personalized support, and streamlined onboarding
—so you can focus on helping students thrive.

Apply today to secure your COTA (Float) position for the 2025–2026 school year in Crestwood, IL!

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