School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Gurnee, Illinois

Sunbelt Staffing; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide onsite services for elementary students in Illinois. This contract position focuses on supporting students within self-contained autism programs and collaborating with special education staff to promote participation and functional skills.

You'll address IEP goals, track progress, and help students access their education in a supportive school environment. The role offers competitive weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited OT Assistant program.
• Illinois COTA licensure or eligibility required.
• Experience in pediatrics or school-based settings preferred.
• Ability to provide services aligned with IEP goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite occupational therapy to elementary students.
• Collaborate with special education teams and teaching staff.
• Support participation in self-contained autism classrooms.
• Implement therapy based on IEP goals and track progress.
• Foster functional skills and independence for learners.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

IEP alignment

School-based collaboration

Education

Illinois COTA licensure/certification

Job description

Step into a meaningful contract opportunity serving elementary-aged students as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. In this onsite position, youll work 2128 hours per week across 34 days, focusing on helping students thrive in their school environment. Youll collaborate with dedicated special education staff and classroom teams to support the acquisition of functional skills and foster participation within self-contained autism programs.

Your impact will be essential in supporting students access to their education through individualized occupational therapy services. Youll utilize your expertise to address student IEP goals and create an encouraging atmosphere that promotes success and growth.

What Youll Need:

• Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant training program
• Hold or qualify for Illinois COTA licensure/certification
• Experience with pediatrics or in a school-based setting is preferred
• Ability to deliver services in alignment with students IEPs

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite occupational therapy support to elementary students
• Work closely with special education teams and teaching staff
• Facilitate students participation in self-contained autism classrooms
• Implement therapy informed by IEP goals and track student progress
• Foster skill-building to support functional independence and learning

Benefits:

• Receive competitive weekly pay as you make a difference
• Access to comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for your well-being
• 401(k) retirement plan available to help you plan for the future

Enhance your clinical skills, collaborate with a passionate educational community, and see your expertise directly benefit students each day. If youre ready to begin a rewarding contract role where you can help students realize their potential,

Compensation for this position ranges from $20.00 to $46.00. 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.