Occupational Therapist School Setting in Chicago, IL

Soliant Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental

Job summary

Soliant Health is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for a part-time role across North Chicago and Waukegan schools. The position supports K–8 students on two to three urban campuses, offering flexible scheduling and meaningful clinical engagement.

Candidates should have a master’s in OT, at least three years in school settings, Illinois licensure/IDFPR, and strong collaboration skills to work with teachers, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Minimum of three years of experience specifically in school settings.
• Current Illinois OT license and IDFPR registration.
• Strong ability to collaborate with educators, families, and support staff.
• Organizational skills and self-motivation to manage services across multiple campuses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and consultative OT services to K-8 students.
• Assess student performance and develop intervention plans.
• Maintain thorough documentation in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to team planning.
• Provide resources and training to teachers and families for generalization of skills.

Skills

OT Master’s degree

School setting experience

State license & IDFPR registration

Collaboration with educators/families

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Step into a fulfilling part-time opportunity supporting K-8 students as a skilled Occupational Therapist across multiple campus locations in the North Chicago and Waukegan areas. Your work will have a significant impact, providing essential therapy to young learners across two to three urban campuses, fostering their growth and developing their independence in the educational environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years’ experience specifically within school settings.
• Current occupational therapy license in the state and registration with the Illinois Department of Financial Professional Regulations (IDFPR).
• Strong ability to collaborate with educators, families, and support staff.
• Organizational skills and self-motivation for managing services across multiple campuses.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and consultative occupational therapy services to students in grades K-8, adapting plans to individual needs.
• Assess student performance and develop intervention plans that support academic and functional achievements.
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation, including evaluations and progress notes, in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings and contribute to team-based educational planning.
• Provide resources and training to teachers and families to promote generalization of skills in the classroom and at home.

This contract, part-time position offers flexibility, with 20 hours per week scheduled over two to three days, making it a great fit for professionals seeking work-life balance while maintaining meaningful clinical engagement. You’ll be valued for your expertise and dedication as you make a difference across multiple school communities.

Compensation for this position ranges from $39.46 to $59.46. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.