School Occupational Therapist | Algonquin, Illinois

Sunbelt Staffing; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing seeks an Occupational Therapist for a full-time elementary school in Algonquin, IL. The contract runs August to mid-October with orientation scheduled for early August, supporting students in need within resource and self-contained classrooms.

You will develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP goals and collaborate with teachers, staff and families to maximize student independence and participation in daily activities.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license (IDFPR) required.
• Experience in school environment or with children preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to elementary resource and self-contained classrooms.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on student needs and IEP goals.
• Collaborate regularly with teachers, support staff, and families to optimize student outcomes.
• Document assessments, treatment plans, and progress in compliance with standards.
• Attend orientation in early August to prepare for the school year.

Skills

Communication

Time management

School experience

Collaboration

Pediatric therapy

Education

Illinois OT license (IDFPR)

Job description

Bring your expertise in occupational therapy to a vibrant elementary school setting, serving a single campus in the Algonquin, IL area. This contract opportunity spans from August to mid-October, making it an ideal way to gain valuable school-based experience or expand your professional network. With orientation scheduled for early August, youll be prepared and supported as you work closely with a dedicated educational team and students in need of your care.

Your focus will be on resource and self-contained classrooms, developing and implementing therapy interventions that foster student independence and participation in daily school activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Occupational Therapist license for Illinois (IDFPR required)
• Previous experience working in a school environment or with children preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to independently manage time and caseload within a school schedule
• Commitment to best practices in pediatric occupational therapy

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students in elementary resource and self-contained classrooms
• Develop and execute individualized treatment plans based on student needs and IEP goals
• Collaborate regularly with teachers, support staff, and families to optimize student outcomes
• Document assessments, treatment plans, and progress in compliance with school and legal standards
• Attend orientation August 3rd and 4th to prepare for the start of the school year

The contract offers a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week, providing focused time with your students and stability as you contribute to their growth and well-being.

Be part of a supportive team making a direct impact on students success. If you are passionate about working with children and ready to apply your occupational therapy experience in a school setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $30.00 to $55.00.

• Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits.
• Eligible candidates may also receive housing.
• Eligible candidates may also receive meals/incidentals.

Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here.

This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.