School-Based Occupational Therapist – 1st–6th Grade Support

AnthroMed Education; La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AnthroMed Education is seeking a dedicated full-time Occupational Therapist to join the LaGrange Elementary School student support team for the 2026–2027 year. You will provide OT services to students in 1st–6th grade, collaborating with teachers and families to help students access their education in person.

This role requires an active IL OT license and involves assessment, intervention planning, and data-driven documentation in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop individualized, evidence-based interventions.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services for students with IEP and 504 plans.
• Screen and assess fine motor, visual-perceptual, sensory processing, and functional skills.
• Evaluate perceptual-motor skills, hand function, motor coordination, sensory development, and muscle strength.
• Develop recommendations for intervention, assistive devices, and educational supports.
• Utilize assistive technology based on student needs.
• Review programs and goals annually and prepare written summaries.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop classroom strategies.
• Maintain parent communication and home support recommendations.
• Maintain attendance logs, data, and service documentation.
• Participate in Student Support Team meetings and other meetings.
• Document services and Medicaid-related time.
• Collaborate with outside professionals when appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

OT License (IDFPR)

Job description

AnthroMed Education is seeking a dedicated full-time Occupational Therapist to join the LaGrange Elementary School student support team for the 2026–2027 year. You will provide OT services to students in 1st–6th grade, collaborating with teachers and families to help students access their education in person.

This role requires an active IL OT license and involves assessment, intervention planning, and data-driven documentation in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.