On-Site School OT: Build Skills & Enable Learning

Onward Education; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Access to a wide network of schools

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication and advocacy

Personalized recruiting support

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Onward Education is partnering with a special education cooperative in Lake County, IL to hire an Occupational Therapist for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an on-site, school-based contract supporting students with diverse learning and developmental needs.

The OT will help students build functional skills to access instruction and participate in the school day, aligned to IEPs/504 Plans, with collaboration from educators, related service providers, and families.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois OT license (IL OT)
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred; clinical experience considered if transferable
• Comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and supporting students with higher support needs
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative OT services aligned to student IEPs/504s
• Support fine motor skills, including handwriting, cutting, tool use, and functional classroom participation
• Address sensory processing and self-regulation needs; develop practical strategies and sensory supports for the school day
• Recommend and train on assistive/adaptive tools such as grips, seating supports, slant boards, and adapted materials
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to implement effective accommodations and carryover strategies
• Complete evaluations as needed and contribute to OT goals, progress monitoring, and documentation

Skills

Documentation

Organization

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Onward Education is partnering with a special education cooperative in Lake County, IL to hire an Occupational Therapist for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an on-site, school-based contract supporting students with diverse learning and developmental needs.

The OT will help students build functional skills to access instruction and participate in the school day, aligned to IEPs/504 Plans, with collaboration from educators, related service providers, and families.