Education, Staffing & Recruiting, Healthcare Services

Occupational Therapist

Glen Ellyn, ILOnsiteFull Time$60,000–$75,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Occupational Therapist
K-5th Grade
IEP meetings
fine motor skills
visual-motor skills
sensory skills
self-care skills
functional skills

Nice to have

children
school setting
multidisciplinary team

Role summary

AnthroMed Education is seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT) for a K-5th grade school setting in Illinois. The role involves providing direct occupational therapy services, developing individualized goals and interventions, and supporting students' fine motor, visual-motor, sensory, self-care, and functional skills. The OT will collaborate with teachers, staff, families, and other providers, participate in IEP meetings, and document student progress. A current Illinois OT license is required. Experience with children or in a school setting is preferred. This position offers a consistent Monday-Friday schedule, competitive compensation, and dedicated support from AnthroMed Education.

Position Details

Position: Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)

Grade Levels: K–5th Grade

Start Date: October 11, 2026

End Date: June 2, 2027

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM

Hours: 35 hours per week

Setting: Onsite

Caseload: Mixed caseload of K–5th grade students

Compensation: $60,000–$75,000 annualized salary

About the Role

As a school-based Occupational Therapist, you will provide occupational therapy services to students in grades K–5 with a variety of needs. You will work collaboratively with teachers, special education staff, families, and other related service providers to help students develop the skills they need to access and participate in their educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct occupational therapy services to K–5th grade students

Develop and implement individualized therapy goals and interventions

Support students' fine motor, visual-motor, sensory, self-care, and functional skills as appropriate

Collaborate with teachers and school staff to support student success in the classroom

Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of student goals

Monitor and document student progress

Maintain accurate and timely therapy documentation

Communicate effectively with families and members of the educational team

Collaborate with other related service providers to provide coordinated student support

Adapt interventions and strategies based on individual student needs

Qualifications

Current Illinois IDFPR Occupational Therapy license

Experience working with children or in a school setting is preferred

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Passion for supporting students and helping them build independence and confidence

Compensation & Benefits

$60,000–$75,000 annualized salary

Full-time, 35-hour work week

Consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule

School-year position

Dedicated support from the AnthroMed Education team

Clinical and professional support throughout your placement

Why Join AnthroMed Education?

At AnthroMed Education, we believe clinicians do their best work when they feel supported. Our team works alongside you throughout your school placement, providing ongoing support and advocacy so you can focus on what matters most—your students.

You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with elementary students, collaborate with an educational team, and make a direct impact on students' ability to participate and thrive at school.

If you're an OT looking for a rewarding school-based opportunity with a consistent schedule and competitive compensation, we'd love to connect with you!

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