Occupational Therapist

Cross Country Education; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 151,536,000 - 172,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus up to $2,000

Medical, vision and dental benefits

401k with employer match

Dedicated credentialing support

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist to support students across two middle schools in Arlington Heights, IL. The role offers a full-time schedule with a consistent school day and opportunities to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Licensed OT in Illinois is required. The position features a 35-hour week, a 7:45 AM–3:15 PM schedule, and competitive pay ($53–60+/hr) based on experience. W-2 employment with school-based setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Illinois OT license – REQUIRED.
• Experience providing occupational therapy services in a school setting preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students in a middle school setting.
• Collaborate with a team of occupational therapists and school staff to support student needs.
• Provide initial and ongoing occupational therapy interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment strategies based on student needs.
• Support students' participation and success within the school environment.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, related service providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support IEP development and implementation as appropriate.
• Consult with school teams to promote generalization of skills across settings.
• Document services, student progress, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

School setting experience

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Now Hiring: School-Based Occupational Therapist

Cross Country Education is seeking a School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) to support students across two middle schools in Arlington Heights, IL. This is a full-time opportunity with a consistent school-day schedule and the opportunity to collaborate with a strong multidisciplinary team.

• Location: Arlington Heights, IL
• Position: Occupational Therapist
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–3:15 PM
• Hours: 35 hours/week
• Pay: $53–60+/hr based on experience (W-2)
• Setting: School-Based

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students in a middle school setting.
• Collaborate with a team of occupational therapists and school staff to support student needs.
• Provide initial and ongoing occupational therapy interventions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment strategies based on student needs.
• Support students' participation and success within the school environment.
• Collaborate with special education teachers, related service providers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support IEP development and implementation as appropriate.
• Consult with school teams to promote generalization of skills across settings.
• Document services, student progress, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Illinois Occupational Therapist license – REQUIRED
• Master's degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Experience providing occupational therapy services in a school setting preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team.

  Why This Role?

  This position offers an opportunity to work with middle school students across two Arlington Heights schools while collaborating with an established team of occupational therapists and educational professionals. The role provides a consistent 7:45 AM–3:15 PM school schedule and the opportunity to make a direct impact on students' functional, educational, and developmental needs.

  Cross Country Education Benefits

  • Medical, vision and dental benefits that are with you year round
  • 401k with employer match
  • Dedicated recruiting and credentialing support

  Referral Bonus: Refer a qualified candidate to Cross Country Education and earn up to $2,000, even if you are not currently working on our team!

  Cross Country Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are also committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment of any kind.