*Anticipated* Occupational Therapist

Special Education District of Lake County; Michigan; On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locally competitive benefits

Job summary

Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL) in Illinois is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist for the 2026-2027 school year to support students with disabilities within the public school system.

The OT will assess, screen, and evaluate students aged 0-21, identify goals, develop and monitor therapeutic interventions, and assist with IEP goals as part of the educational team. A current Illinois license issued through IDPFR is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Illinois license issued through IDPFR (Illinois Department of Professional and Financial Regulation).
• Experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, screen, and evaluate special education students aged 0-21.
• Identify long term goals and objectives for students and develop/monitor therapeutic interventions.
• Update and assist with writing IEP goals and objectives as part of the educational team.

Skills

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ Occupational Therapist/COTA
• Date Posted: 10/19/2026
• Location: Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL)
• Date Available: asap

SEDOL Overview
Welcome to the Special Education District of Lake County. SEDOL is a cooperative educational system working with 31 local school districts to serve their students facing physical, emotional, and other learning challenges. Our mission is to provide "Exceptional Services for Exceptional Students by Exceptional Staff".

Our Beliefs

• All persons shall be valued and treated with respect and dignity;
• All students can succeed;
• Students shall be educated in or as close to their home school as appropriate;
• Students shall be provided services based upon their individual needs;
• Quality educational services shall be made available to all students; and,
• Schools, families, and communities shall work cooperatively to provide and promote appropriate educational services for all students.

Description: The Special Education District of Lake County has an openingavailablefor anOccupational Therapist for the 2026-2027School Year. Occupational Therapists workin the public school system and are responsible for assessing, screening and evaluating special education students with disabilities aged 0-21.Other responsibilities include: identify long term goals and objectives for the students; develop and monitor therapeutic interventions; update and assist with writing IEP goals and objectives as part of the educational team.
Type of Employment: Full-Time,2026-2027School Year
Requirement: Must have a current and valid Illinois license issued through IDPFR(Illinois Department of Professional and Financial Regulation).
Salary/Benefits: $53,871 - $78,060 based on education and experience.Locally competitive benefits.