Occupational Therapist School Setting in Arlington Heights, IL

ProCare Therapy; Arlington Heights (IL); Presencial; USD 49.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ProCare Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a contract role serving two middle schools. This full-time position runs 7:45 am to 3:15 pm, Monday through Friday, with some flexibility for part-time candidates.

You will join a warm team of eight OT colleagues dedicated to supporting students and staff in Arlington Heights. Responsibilities include direct therapy at two sites, initial assessments and re-evaluations for eligibility, MTSS and IEP collaboration, building-level meetings,

Formación

• Valid Occupational Therapy license for school-based practice.
• Middle school experience valued.
• Familiarity with MTSS and IEP development.
• Strong assessment and evaluation skills for eligibility.
• Collaborative approach to teamwork and student support.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver direct therapy services at two onsite middle school buildings.
• Conduct initial assessments and re-evaluations for special education qualification.
• Participate in building-level team meetings.
• Support and develop MTSS and IEP plans with educators and families.
• Consult with staff to help students generalize skills across classrooms.
• Maintain documentation and compliance with district and regulatory requirements.

Conocimientos

Assessment skills

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Educación

OT license (state)

Descripción del empleo

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity serving two middle schools as an Occupational Therapist. This full-time position begins as soon as possible, with hours from 7:45 am to 3:15 pm, Monday through Friday. Theres also flexibility for candidates seeking part-time roles. Youll become part of a dynamic group of eight Occupational Therapists committed to supporting students and staff.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Occupational Therapy license for school-based practice
• Prior experience with middle school populations is highly valued
• Familiarity with MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) and IEP development
• Strong assessment and evaluation skills for determining special education eligibility
• Collaborative approach to teamwork and student support

Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct therapy services at two onsite middle school buildings
• Conduct initial assessments and re-evaluations for special education qualification
• Participate in building-level team meetings
• Support and develop MTSS and IEP plans, working closely with educators and families
• Consult with staff to help students generalize skills across classroom settings
• Maintain documentation and compliance with district and regulatory requirements

Enjoy the stability of a consistent schedule with the support of colleagues who share your passion for student growth. Compensation starts at $43 per hour, increasing with experience. This contract role offers the possibility of renewal for professionals who thrive in this collaborative environment.