Occupational Therapist

Navra; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Weekly pay

Licensure reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Navra is seeking a school-based Occupational Therapist to support middle school students across two buildings in Arlington Heights, IL. The role involves evaluations, MTSS/IEP support, and collaborative work with educational teams to promote student participation.

You will join a boutique staffing firm with ongoing team support and a focus on meaningful opportunities in education. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (required).
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license (required); PEL is not required.
• Previous school-based experience preferred.
• Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsor.
• New graduates may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of eight OTs to support students across the school district.
• Provide occupational therapy services to middle school students.
• Complete initial evaluations and re-evaluations for eligibility for special education.
• Provide MTSS and IEP support based on student needs.
• Consult and collaborate with educational teams to promote skill generalization.
• Maintain documentation to support student access and success in the educational setting.

Skills

Collaboration

Team-based work

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Occupational Therapy

Illinois OT license

Job description

At Navra, we believe your career is more than a job, it’s a calling. As a boutique staffing firm, we take the time to understand your goals and connect you with roles that sharpen your skills, expand your impact, and reinforce the passion that brought you to education.

As a school-based Occupational Therapist in Arlington Heights, Illinois, your days will include:

• Collaborate as a member of a team of eight Occupational Therapists supporting students across the school district.
• Serve on middle school building-level teams and provide occupational therapy services to students.
• Complete initial evaluations and re-evaluations to help determine special education eligibility.
• Provide MTSS and IEP support based on student needs.
• Consult and collaborate with educational teams to promote generalization of skills across school environments.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and support student access, participation, and success within the educational setting.
• Hours: 35 hours per week; preferred full-time schedule is Monday-Friday, 7:45 AM-3:15 PM. Open to two part-time candidates.
• Caseload: Middle school; supporting two middle school buildings
• Interview: Virtual interview with a typical 24-48 hour turnaround

Successful Candidates Possess

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (required)
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license (required); PEL is not required
• Previous school-based experience strongly preferred
• The ability to work in the U.S. without a sponsor
• Note: Experienced candidates are preferred; new graduates may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with year-round coverage options available for eligible contracted staff.
• Supportive School Environment: Receive ongoing support from both the Navra team and school faculty, ensuring you always have a strong network behind you.
• Professional Growth: Access continuous training, professional development opportunities, and career advancement resources.
• Weekly pay
• Licensure reimbursement (where applicable)
• Employee referral bonus program

At Navra, we believe great schools start with great people. As a boutique education staffing firm with more than 20 years of experience serving school districts nationwide, we specialize exclusively in connecting passionate school-based professionals with meaningful opportunities.

When you work with Navra, you're more than just a placement, you become part of a team that is committed to your success. From your first conversation through the duration of your assignment, you'll have a dedicated support team advocating for you every step of the way.

We're proud to build lasting relationships, support rewarding careers, and help make a difference in the lives of students every day.