Elementary School Occupational Therapist: Collaborative

AnthroMed Education (School Services); La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LaGrange Elementary School in La Grange, IL is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join its student support team for the 2026-2027 school year. You'll work with students in 1st-6th grade, collaborating with teachers, families, and other professionals to enhance access and success in the educational environment.

The role requires an active IL OT license, school-based experience preferred, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist License through IDFPR required.
• Experience in a school-based setting preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services for students with IEP and 504 plans.
• Screen and assess fine motor, sensory processing, and functional skills.
• Evaluate perceptual-motor skills, hand function, motor coordination, sensory development.
• Develop recommendations for intervention, assistive devices, and appropriate educational supports.
• Utilize best practices in assistive technology based on individual student needs.
• Review students' programs and goals annually and prepare written summaries and revised goals.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to develop classroom strategies and activities that support student needs.
• Maintain parent communication and provide recommendations for supporting student development at home.
• Maintain daily attendance logs, data, progress notes, and service documentation.
• Participate in Student Support Team meetings and other assigned meetings.
• Document services and related time for Medicaid reimbursement.
• Collaborate with outside professionals when appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Illinois OT license (IDFPR)

Job description

LaGrange Elementary School in La Grange, IL is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join its student support team for the 2026-2027 school year. You'll work with students in 1st-6th grade, collaborating with teachers, families, and other professionals to enhance access and success in the educational environment.

The role requires an active IL OT license, school-based experience preferred, and strong communication.