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Elgin, IL
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Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based

Location: Elgin, Illinois
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract
Schedule: 35–37.5 Hours per Week
Contract Dates: August 27, 2026 – June 9, 2027

Now Hiring: School-Based Occupational Therapists – Elgin, IL

We are actively seeking five licensed Occupational Therapists to join a dynamic school district team in Elgin, Illinois for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate School Occupational Therapist to make a meaningful impact while supporting students across multiple educational settings.

As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, you will provide evaluation, intervention, consultation, and support services to students from Pre-K through Transition age (22 years old). This itinerant position serves multiple schools within the district, including elementary, middle, and high school campuses.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide occupational therapy evaluations and assessments for students with disabilities.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP goals.
  • Deliver direct and indirect occupational therapy services in school settings.
  • Collaborate with special education teachers, school psychologists, speech therapists, administrators, and families.
  • Support student participation in academic, social, and functional school activities.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and progress monitoring in compliance with district, state, and federal regulations.
  • Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions.
  • Travel between assigned school sites throughout the district.
  • Student Population

  • Ages: Pre-K through Transition Program (up to age 22)
  • Caseload size varies based on assigned schools
  • Multiple school assignments throughout the district
  • Schedule

  • Full-time position
  • 35–37.5 hours per week
  • 7–7.5 hours per day
  • School start and end times vary by campus assignment
  • Qualifications

    Required:

  • Active Occupational Therapist license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
  • Active Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Educator License
  • Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary educational teams
  • Preferred:

  • Previous school-based occupational therapy experience
  • Experience with IEP development and special education services
  • Familiarity with a variety of student disabilities and educational accommodations
  • Join Our Team
    If you are a dedicated therapy professional who is passionate about helping students reach their full potential, we encourage you to apply today. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive school environment while collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams. We are seeking compassionate, motivated clinicians who are committed to student success and fostering independence through high-quality occupational therapy services.

    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](https://www.sunbeltstaffing.com/benefits-and-faqs/). This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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