Occupational Therapist School in Elgin, IL

Step into a rewarding contract role supporting students as an Occupational Therapist throughout a diverse school setting near Elgin, IL. This full-time, itinerant position covers multiple school sites, including elementary, middle, and high schools. Throughout the academic year, youll have the opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and positively impact students from Pre-K up to age 22 in various educational environments.

• Valid Occupational Therapy license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Active Educator License from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
• Previous school-based OT experience is preferred
• Comfortable handling a varied caseload and adapting to different school environments
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Must complete fingerprinting as part of credentialing requirements

• Deliver direct therapy services to students with a range of abilities and needs
• Travel between assigned schools within the district, adhering to each campuss start and end times
• Work closely with special education teams, teachers, and families to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Maintain thorough, compliant documentation for all services provided
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student assessments, goal-setting, and progress monitoring
• Support students development of fine/gross motor skills, functional independence, and participation in daily school activities

This contract offers a stable and meaningful opportunity throughout the school year, from late August through early June. With a Monday Friday schedule totaling 3537.5 hours per week, youll enjoy the consistency of a standard workweek while making a genuine difference for young learners.

• 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.

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