School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Onward Education; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Wide network of schools and districts

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication

Personalized recruiter support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide school-based services in DuPage County, Illinois for the 2026-2027 school year. This on-site role runs 35 hours per week within a school setting, supporting students’ functional skills and classroom participation.

The ideal candidate holds an active IL OT license and has experience collaborating with school teams to support IEP/504 goals. End date is 05/28/2027, with competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois OT license required.
• School-based OT experience or supporting student participation in educational routines preferred.
• Ability to support student needs related to functional skills, motor development, and sensory processing as they impact school performance.
• Strong collaboration with school teams, caregivers, and related service providers.
• Ability to complete evaluations, documentation, and progress reporting aligned to student plans (IEP/504).

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services aligned to student educational plans and functional goals.
• Assess student needs within the school environment and recommend supports and strategies.
• Implement interventions that support classroom participation, independence, and access to learning activities.
• Collaborate with educators and support teams to ensure carryover of strategies across school settings.
• Document services and monitor student progress, adjusting approaches as needed based on outcomes.]
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Skills

Collaboration

Assessment

Documentation

Intervention planning

Education

Illinois OT license

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We're currently seeking an in-person Occupational Therapist to support our client in DuPage County, Illinois for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Details

• Start Date: 02/01/2027
• End Date: 05/28/2027
• Location: DuPage County, Illinois
• On-Site, 35 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapy (OT) license.
• Experience providing occupational therapy services in a school-based setting or supporting student participation in educational routines.
• Ability to support student needs related to functional skills, motor development, and sensory processing as they impact school performance.
• Strong collaboration skills to partner with school teams, caregivers, and related service providers.
• Ability to complete required evaluations, documentation, and progress reporting aligned to student plans (e.g., IEP/504 supports)

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services aligned to student educational plans and functional goals.
• Assess student needs within the school environment and recommend appropriate supports and strategies.
• Implement interventions that support classroom participation, independence, and access to learning activities.
• Collaborate with educators and support teams to ensure carryover of strategies across school settings.
• Document services and monitor student progress, adjusting approaches as needed based on outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you're motivated by helping students access learning and participate more fully in the school day, this role offers meaningful impact in a collaborative educational setting.

Employer Details

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.