School Occupational Therapist - $50-60 per hour

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Insurance

Seamless Summer Benefits

Housing Allowance

Credentialing Reimbursements

401(k) with Matching

Weekly Pay

Clinical Support

Job summary

AHS Staffing is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist to support students in a Glendale Heights, Illinois elementary setting. This part-time role offers in-person, school-based work with a 1.0 FTE schedule across SY26/27.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Occupational Therapy with an IL OT license and prior school-based or pediatric experience. Compensation ranges from $50–$60 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and travel considerations where applicable.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• IL OT license
• Previous experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred, fieldwork counts

Responsibilities

• Assess students' motor, sensory, and functional abilities to identify needs and develop therapy plans.
• Deliver occupational therapy interventions per IEPs to aid academic and developmental goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, admins, and specialists to create supportive learning environments for students.
• Contribute to IEP development with insights on motor and sensory needs and accommodations.

Education

Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

IL OT license

School-based or pediatric settings experience

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

AHS Staffing is seeking a local contract School Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Glendale Heights, Illinois.

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 41 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Early Childhood Occupational Therapist need on a part-time basis with PediaStaff: School Occupational Therapist – OT near Glendale Heights, IL.

We’re currently seeking dedicated School Occupational Therapist ($50-$60 per/hour) to support students in one elementary school in the Glendale Heights, IL area for SY26/271.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• IL OT license
• Previous experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred, fieldwork counts

Role Overview:

As an OT, you will support students in school settings by assessing their needs, developing individualized plans, and implementing interventions to help them succeed academically, socially, and physically. This role offers the opportunity to work with young learners in a supportive school environment while making a lasting impact on their development.

Job Details:

• Schedule: part time all SY26/27 (1.0FTE)
• Setting: school based
• Caseload: Elementary
• In-person

Key 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.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Seamless Summer Benefits: Maintain coverage if returning the following school year
• Housing Allowance: Weekly per diem for eligible travelers
• Credentialing Reimbursements: Support for licensure and certification costs
• 401(k) with Matching: Retirement savings program with 4% matching vested immediately
• Weekly Pay: Direct deposit for convenience
• Clinical Support: Ongoing professional guidance and mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer:

AHSG companies, AHS Staffing (including its division, PediaStaff), AHSA, and Trio Workforce Solutions, are equal employment opportunity employers.