Per Diem School Occupational Therapist | Cicero, Illinois
Cicero, IL
Step into an engaging per diem role supporting students as a full-time Occupational Therapist for the new school year. This is a dynamic opportunity to provide essential OT services across a variety of settings, including traditional school environments, teletherapy, home health, and broader healthcare contexts. Your expertise will help promote greater independence and confidence for children in their daily routines.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Valid Occupational Therapy license
- Experience in school-based OT services preferred
- Adaptability to deliver therapy through teletherapy and home health models
- Collaborative spirit for working closely with multidisciplinary teams
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Dedication to supporting diverse learners and individualized plans
What You’ll Do:
- Assess students’ abilities and develop personalized intervention plans
- Provide direct therapy—onsite, virtually, or in-home—to help children achieve educational and functional goals
- Consult with educators, families, and other professionals to foster academic and life skills progress
- Track data and maintain accurate documentation on student performance
- Participate in IEP meetings, contributing expertise to team planning
- Integrate evidence-based strategies to enhance student outcomes
- Support and advocate for students’ overall well-being throughout the school year
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Comprehensive benefits to promote your well-being
- Opportunity to help shape lives in varied educational and healthcare settings
- Experience flexibility and professional growth as part of a supportive, mission-driven community
If you’re passionate about pediatric OT and eager to make a difference among school-aged children in a flexible, per diem capacity, this is the perfect fit. Apply today to inspire meaningful progress and become a valued presence for students from the very start of the new school year!
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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