School Occupational Therapist | Chicago, Illinois

ProCare Therapy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy seeks a part-time Occupational Therapist to support K-8th grade students across multiple Lake County campuses. The role offers a flexible 20-hour schedule over two to three days, focusing on aiding diverse learners and enhancing participation in classroom activities.

You will deliver assessments, plan targeted treatments, and collaborate with teachers and families to meet IEP goals while balancing responsibilities and your own schedule.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active OT license in Illinois and IDFPR registration.
• Minimum of three years delivering OT in a school setting.
• Knowledge of IEPs, goals, and progress monitoring for school-aged children.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT assessments, interventions, and consultations for K-8th grade students at assigned campuses.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans supporting academic success, motor skills, sensory regulation, and independence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop IEP goals and review progress.
• Support staff with training, resources, and recommendations tailored to student needs.
• Maintain accurate records compliant with district and state regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with teachers and staff

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Illinois OT license (IDFPR)

3+ years school OT experience

IEP knowledge

Job description

An exciting opportunity awaits an Occupational Therapist seeking a dynamic part-time role supporting K-8th grade students across multiple campuses in Lake County, IL. This position provides services to two to three schools, collaborating closely with educators and support teams to make a real impact on student achievement. With a flexible schedule of 20 hours per week split across two to three days, youll have the chance to work with diverse learners and contribute to supportive educational environments.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy or a closely related field from an accredited institution
• Active Occupational Therapy license in the State of Illinois and registered with the Illinois Department of Financial Professional Regulations (IDFPR)
• At least three years of experience delivering OT services in a school setting, supporting students access and participation in educational activities
• Knowledge of individualized education programs (IEPs), goal development, and progress monitoring for school-aged children
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, staff, and families

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy assessments, interventions, and consultations for K-8th grade students at assigned campuses
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans supporting academic success, motor skills, sensory regulation, and functional independence
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop IEP goals and review student progress
• Support staff through training, resources, and recommendations tailored to student needs
• Maintain accurate records, ensuring compliance with district and state regulations

This contract, part-time position is perfect for professionals seeking meaningful work with flexibility built in. Imagine making a direct difference in young students lives while balancing your own schedule.

Compensation for this position ranges from $34.46 to $64.46.

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

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

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