School Occupational Therapist | Waukegan, Illinois

Make an impact in early childhood education as an Occupational Therapist supporting students for the 2026-2027 school year! This part-time contract opportunity allows you to work either two or three days per week (.4 or .6 FTE), providing vital services to young learners in a specialized early childhood setting. Your role will be part of a preschool consortium, fostering collaboration and ensuring children in diverse programs receive the therapy and support they need.

Qualifications:

• Current certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy is required
• Previous experience in early childhood and/or special education environments strongly preferred
• Demonstrated flexibility and comfort traveling between sites within the preschool consortium
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Valid Occupational Therapy license for Illinois

Responsibilities:

• Deliver developmentally appropriate occupational therapy services to preschool-aged students as outlined in IEPs or 504 plans
• Collaborate with special education teams, classroom staff, and families to support student goals and progress
• Conduct assessments, develop therapy plans, and maintain accurate records of services provided
• Participate actively in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions
• Travel as needed to provide services within the scope of the preschool consortium

Perks:

• Flexible part-time schedule – choose between two or three days per week
• Work within a supportive, collaborative educational environment
• Opportunity to focus on early childhood development and make a lasting difference

If you're passionate about empowering young learners and meeting their unique needs, apply today by submitting your resume, certification, and references. Take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career and help shape students’ success in their earliest years!

Compensation for this position ranges from $39.46 to $59.46. 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.

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