School Occupational Therapist - Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL
Soliant Schools - OT Contract 1 day ago Apply

Enhance your career and make a meaningful impact by providing occupational therapy services to students in a dynamic educational setting near Chicago, IL. This contract opportunity allows you to use your expertise in school-based occupational therapy to support students’ growth, independence, and participation in their academic environment.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

  • Current, valid Occupational Therapy license
  • Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Previous experience within a school-based setting strongly preferred
  • Ability to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with teachers, staff, and families
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities
  • Dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment
  • Responsibilities:

  • Deliver occupational therapy services to students as outlined in their IEPs
  • Conduct skill assessments and interpret evaluation data to recommend appropriate interventions
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support students’ academic and social participation
  • Document all sessions, progress, and communication in accordance with school policies
  • Provide resources and training to teachers and staff regarding accommodations and strategies
  • Communicate regularly with families about student progress and involve them in the therapy process
  • Adapt materials and environments to promote student success in the classroom
  • Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal-setting for students
  • Experience the fulfillment of supporting students as they reach their fullest potential in and out of the classroom. If you’re passionate about advancing children’s access to learning through occupational therapy, apply today to embark on this rewarding school-based contract role.

    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.

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