Middle School Occupational Therapist — MTSS/IEP Support

Soliant Health; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Soliant Health seeks an Occupational Therapist for two middle schools in Arlington Heights, IL, with a August 24, 2026 to June 3, 2027 contract. The role supports MTSS/IEP processes, conducts eligibility evaluations, and provides direct OT services to students within a collaborative team of eight therapists.

The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and impact on student success, with a schedule aligned to typical school hours and compensation ranging from $39.46 to $59.46 per hour.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure and registration as an OT.
• Prior experience providing OT services in a school setting strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with evaluation procedures for special education eligibility.
• Ability to deliver effective MTSS and IEP-related interventions.
• Strong consultation skills with educational teams to foster skill generalization.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and re-evaluations to determine eligibility for special education services.
• Provide direct OT support for students under MTSS and IEP frameworks.
• Serve as a core member of building-level multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate closely with staff, students, and parents to deliver consultative support.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies that promote student independence and participation.

Skills

Master’s degree in OT

State licensure

School setting experience

MTSS & IEP familiarity

Evaluation procedures knowledge

Consultation skills

Communication & documentation

Organizational abilities

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Soliant Health seeks an Occupational Therapist for two middle schools in Arlington Heights, IL, with a August 24, 2026 to June 3, 2027 contract. The role supports MTSS/IEP processes, conducts eligibility evaluations, and provides direct OT services to students within a collaborative team of eight therapists.

The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and impact on student success, with a schedule aligned to typical school hours and compensation ranging from $39.46 to $59.46 per hour.