Occupational Therapist - FMLA

AnthroMed Education (School Services); Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

401k with matching

Clinical support team

Job summary

AnthroMed Education (School Services) is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) for a temporary FMLA coverage position in Glendale Heights, Illinois. You will provide direct OT services to PreK students in a school setting, with daytime hours approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM.

The role requires an Illinois IDFPR OT license, strong communication and collaboration skills, independence within a team, and a commitment to helping young learners participate successfully in school.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois IDFPR Occupational Therapy license.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• School-based or early childhood experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while becoming an effective member of an established school team.
• Passion for supporting young students and helping them develop the skills needed to participate successfully in school.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to PreK students.
• Implement individualized therapy goals and interventions.
• Support students' fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, self-care, and functional skills as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of student goals.
• Monitor and document student progress.
• Complete required therapy documentation and maintain accurate service records.
• Communicate student needs and progress with the educational team.
• Provide developmentally appropriate, engaging, and student-centered interventions.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Independent worker

Education

Illinois OT license

Job description

Position: Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)

Position Type: FMLA Coverage

Start Date: October 11, 2026

End Date: January 25, 2027

Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM

Setting: Onsite

Hours: Full-time

Compensation: $50–$60 per hour

About the Role

As the FMLA Occupational Therapist, you will provide occupational therapy services to PreK students and support their participation and success within the school environment.

This role is ideal for an OT who enjoys working with early childhood students and is comfortable stepping into an established school-based program for a temporary assignment.

Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy services to PreK students

Implement individualized therapy goals and interventions

Support students' fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, self-care, and functional skills as appropriate

Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and families

Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of student goals

Monitor and document student progress

Complete required therapy documentation and maintain accurate service records

Communicate student needs and progress with the educational team

Provide developmentally appropriate, engaging, and student-centered interventions

Qualifications

Current Illinois IDFPR Occupational Therapy license

Experience working with children is preferred

School-based or early childhood experience is a plus

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work independently while becoming an effective member of an established school team

Passion for supporting young students and helping them develop the skills needed to participate successfully in school

$50–$60 per hour

• Free health insurance, 401k with matching, clinical support team

Full-time FMLA assignment

Daytime school hours

Dedicated support from the AnthroMed Education team

Clinical and professional support throughout your assignment

Why Join AnthroMed Education?

At AnthroMed Education, we believe clinicians deserve to feel supported both professionally and personally. Our team works alongside you throughout your placement to help you succeed in your school-based role.

This FMLA opportunity offers the chance to make an immediate impact with PreK students while gaining valuable school-based experience and working alongside an educational team dedicated to student success.