Occupational Therapist School Setting - Waukegan, IL

This position offers an opportunity to provide Occupational Therapy services within a high school setting, serving students in grades 9 through 12. The role requires working approximately 14 to 15 hours per week during the 2025-2026 school year, from August 12 to May 22. The caseload includes roughly 44 students enrolled in direct instruction and general education courses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct Occupational Therapy intervention totaling 615 minutes per month across all programming and an additional 225 minutes per semester.
• Provide consultative support amounting to 640 minutes monthly and 720 minutes per semester to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborate with instructional staff and support teams to integrate therapeutic strategies that facilitate student access to the curriculum.
• Maintain detailed documentation and comply with state licensure requirements and school policies.
• Conduct sessions onsite to engage with students directly within the educational environment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Hold an active Illinois Occupational Therapy License.
• Experience providing OT services in both healthcare and school-based settings is essential.
• Ability to work effectively with high school students, adapting interventions to diverse learning and functional needs.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork orientation to support interdisciplinary collaboration.

Location:

• Position is onsite in Waukegan, Illinois, within a high school environment.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive weekly remuneration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

This contract opportunity is ideal for occupational therapists seeking to make a meaningful impact in a school community while benefiting from supportive working conditions and professional growth. Candidates who meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to student success are encouraged to apply.