School Occupational Therapist - Aurora, Illinois

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, active Occupational Therapist license and 1+ year of Occupational Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A part-time Occupational Therapist position is available in Aurora, IL, serving a K-12 school district for the 2026 school year. This contract role will cover a maternity leave from March 10 to September 6, 2026, providing essential OT services across diverse special education programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy services tailored to K-12 students with varying needs, including autism and multi-needs caseloads.
• Collaborate with educators and support staff to develop and implement individualized therapy plans.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with applicable regulations and policies.

Caseload Distribution (Minutes per Week):

• Walnut Trails Autism: 390 minutes
• Minooka Central High School REACH program: 90.27 minutes
• Minooka South High School REACH program: 56.25 minutes
• County Special Education Cooperative Multi-Needs: 150 minutes
• County Special Education Cooperative Autism: 150 minutes

Qualifications:

• Valid state license or certification as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a school setting preferred.
• Familiarity with special education programs, particularly autism spectrum disorders and multi-needs support.
• Ability to work approximately 14 hours per week, fitting within the specified timeframe.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Location:

• Aurora, Illinois area, serving multiple school sites within the district.

This opportunity offers engagement with diverse special education programs and professional collaboration. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to contribute to student success in this specialized OT role.

Compensation for this position ranges from $27.14 to $68.00. 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.