School-Based OT — Impactful 40hrs/Week Contract

Cross Country Education; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonuses and incentives

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The role focuses on helping middle school students participate in school activities and develop functional skills.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an Illinois OT License, with school-based experience preferred. The schedule is a 40-hour workweek over 41 weeks, offering competitive pay and benefits in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist License.
• School-based or pediatric OT experience preferred; strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to middle school students, supporting their educational participation and progress toward goals.
• Conduct initial and re-evaluations to determine eligibility and recommend supports.
• Provide MTSS and IEP support while collaborating with educators and multidisciplinary teams.
• Consult with school teams to help students generalize skills across academic environments.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Illinois OT License

Job description

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The role focuses on helping middle school students participate in school activities and develop functional skills.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an Illinois OT License, with school-based experience preferred. The schedule is a 40-hour workweek over 41 weeks, offering competitive pay and benefits in a collaborative