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Developmental Therapist
Job Description
Developmental Therapist
Oak-Leyden Developmental Services
Post Date:
Sep 18, 2026
Job Type:
Part Time
Start Date:
ASAP
Salary:
$49.29
•53.18/ HR
Location:
US
•Illinois
•Oak Park
Job Reference:
001
Description
Do you love helping little ones reach big milestones? Join Oak Leyden's Children Services and make an impact in the lives of children birth to six years old.
We're looking for a passionate Part Time Developmental Therapist (Independent Contractor) who's ready to bring creativity, compassion, and expertise to our families in the western suburbs of Chicago.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
A multidisciplinary team that collaborates, supports, and learns together.
Mentorship from our DT Team Leads plus monthly team meetings to stay connected.
3-4 trainings annually for Early Intervention credit.
Prompt payments—no waiting on insurance or state delays.
What We're Looking for:
Bachler's degree or higher in Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, Special Education, Child Development, Early Intervention, and Elementary Education.
Pediatric experience (birth-3).
Illinois Early Intervention credential preferred (we'll help you get it if needed!).
At Oak Leyden, you're not just providing therapy—you're helping children unlock their potential.
Rates for
Part Time Independent Contractor:
$53.18 for direct service
$49.29 for IFSP development
$27 non billable rate (Meetings, trainings, etc.)
Oak Leyden provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$36,080 / year median in Illinois
+5% projected growth