Part-Time School Occupational Therapist (OT) in Palatine

AHS Staffing; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Insurance

Mileage reimbursement for travel

401(k) with matching

Job summary

AHS Staffing is seeking a School Services Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Palatine, Illinois. The OT will assess motor, sensory, and functional abilities and develop individualized therapy plans to support students' academic and social development.

Responsibilities include delivering school-based OT interventions aligned with IEPs, collaborating with teachers and administrators, and supporting accommodations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• IL OT license.
• Previous experience working with children in a school-based or home setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' motor, sensory, and functional abilities to identify areas of need and develop individualized therapy plans.
• Deliver targeted occupational therapy interventions in accordance with students' IEPs, helping them achieve academic and developmental goals.
• Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other specialists to create supportive learning environments tailored to students' unique needs.
• Contribute to the development of IEPs by offering insights on motor development, sensory needs, and appropriate accommodation or modifications.

Education

Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

IL OT license

Experience with children in school/home settings

Job description

AHS Staffing is seeking a School Services Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Palatine, Illinois. The OT will assess motor, sensory, and functional abilities and develop individualized therapy plans to support students' academic and social development.

Responsibilities include delivering school-based OT interventions aligned with IEPs, collaborating with teachers and administrators, and supporting accommodations.