Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
PS
Princeton School Solutions
Occupational Therapist (OT) Illinois- School-Based
Career Insights for Occupational Therapist
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Illinois data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$88,059 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Company:
Princeton Staffing Solutions Contract Type:
W2•Local or Travel Contract Location:
Rochelle, IL Start Date & End Date:
8/24/26- 5/21/27
Weekly Hours:
22.5 hours per weekStudent Age Group:
Early Childhood (3 to 5 years old)Experience Required:
School based OT experience conducting Evaluations and IEP writing is required Position Overview We are seeking a passionate and qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide related therapy services within a public school setting . This school-based OT role involves working with students receiving special education services , supporting their physical, emotional, sensory, and self-care development to help them achieve IEP goals. Key Responsibilities Conduct assessments using diagnostic tools to evaluate fine motor, visual-motor, perceptual, sensory-motor, and self-care skills. Collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams, including teachers, therapists, and families. Develop and implement IEPs with measurable goals and objectives tailored to each student's needs. Deliver therapy sessions through individual, group, or consultative models based on IEP requirements. Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports. Support student independence and participation in the academic environment. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Valid State Occupational Therapy License Educational/Teacher Certification if mandated by state guidelines Experience in pediatrics, sensory integration, neurodevelopmental therapy (preferred) CPR and First Aid certification (preferred) Preferred Experience Prior experience working in school-based OT roles Understanding of IDEA and state-specific special education regulations Skilled in writing and executing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Familiarity with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, sensory processing disorders, and other disabilities Why Join Princeton Staffing Solutions? Competitive Pay Packages- We strive to match or exceed other offers Weekly Direct Deposit Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
PPO & HMO
options 401(k) Plan Licensure Reimbursement CEU Reimbursement Referral Bonuses Flexible Assignments- Full-time, part-time, in-person, hybrid, or teletherapy options Supervision for Clinical Fellows (CF-OT/CF-SLP) Clinical Management Support Nationwide Opportunities About Princeton Staffing Solutions Established in 2016, Princeton Staffing Solutions (PSS) is a top-tier staffing agency that connects talented Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists with rewarding opportunities in schools across the country.