Occupational Therapist (2026-2027)

Soliant; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Soliant is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for a full-time, school-based position in Illinois (Berwyn area). You will join a collaborative therapy team across eight district school buildings, working with students in special education, focusing on sensory integration.

The role requires an active Illinois OT license, experience in pediatric/school settings, and collaboration with two other OTs and a COTA; caseload will be developed with the team.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois OT license required.
• Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred.
• Strong sensory integration background.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students across assigned school buildings.
• Implement sensory-based interventions to support student participation and success.
• Support students with special education needs and individualized educational goals.
• Collaborate with other OTs and the COTA to coordinate caseload assignments and service delivery.
• Work alongside teachers, school staff, families, and other related service providers.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and monitor student progress.

Skills

Sensory integration

Pediatric experience

Team collaboration

Education

OT license (Illinois)

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – School-Based Position

Location: Berwyn, Illinois

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time, school-based opportunity in Illinois. This position offers the opportunity to work as part of a collaborative therapy team supporting students across multiple school buildings. The ideal candidate will have experience working with students in special education settings, with a strong background in sensory integration and sensory-based interventions.

Assignment Details

• Schedule: Full-time
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: June 2nd
• School Buildings: 8 total buildings within the district.
• Therapy Team: 3 Occupational Therapists and 1 Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Caseload: To be determined collaboratively with the therapy team.
• Potential School Assignments: The candidate will likely help cover 3 elementary schools, although final building assignments cannot be guaranteed.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students across assigned school buildings.
• Implement sensory-based interventions to support student participation and success.
• Support students with special education needs and individualized educational goals.
• Collaborate with other OTs and the COTA to coordinate caseload assignments and service delivery.
• Work alongside teachers, school staff, families, and other related service providers.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and monitor student progress.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist (OT) license required.
• Previous school-based or pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong sensory experience is important.
• Special education (SPED) experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students is beneficial.

Pay

$50-$55/hour (negotiable based on pay)

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