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.
$60,000-$80,000 annually About the Opportunity A LaGrange Elementary School is seeking a dedicated full-time Occupational Therapist to join its student support team for the 2026-2027 school year. This role offers the opportunity to support students across 1st-6th grade while collaborating closely with teachers, families, and other professionals to help students access and succeed in their educational environment.
Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:
8:00 AM-3:45
PM Wednesday:
8:00 AM-4:30 PM 35 hours per week Position Responsibilities The Occupational Therapist will: Provide occupational therapy services for students with IEP and 504 plans. Screen and assess fine motor, visual-perceptual, sensory processing, and functional skills. Evaluate areas including perceptual-motor skills, hand function, motor coordination, sensory development, and muscle strength. Develop recommendations for intervention, assistive devices, and appropriate educational supports. Utilize best practices in assistive technology based on individual student needs. Review students' programs and goals annually and prepare written summaries and revised goals. Collaborate with teachers and school staff to develop classroom strategies and activities that support student needs. Maintain parent communication and provide recommendations for supporting student development at home. Maintain daily attendance logs, data, progress notes, and service documentation. Participate in Student Support Team meetings and other assigned meetings. Document services and related time for Medicaid reimbursement. Collaborate with outside professionals when appropriate. Student Population Forest Road serves students in 1st-6th grade and includes three specialized classrooms for students with high support needs related to social communication disabilities, including Autism. This position provides an opportunity to work with a diverse student population and support students across a range of sensory, motor, developmental, and functional needs. Qualifications Active Illinois Occupational Therapist License through IDFPR required. Experience in a school-based setting preferred. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to develop individualized, evidence-based interventions and work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Why You'll Love This Opportunity Competitive $60,000-$80,000 salary range Full-time, 35-hour work week Opportunity to work with students across 1st-6th grade Dedicated focus on individualized student support Collaborative environment with teachers, families, and related service professionals Opportunity to work with specialized classrooms supporting students with autism and other high support needs
