Join Chicago Public Schools as an Occupational Therapist, where you will provide essential therapy services to help students with disabilities access their education and improve their self-care and social skills. Your expertise will directly impact students' participation in school activities and their overall development.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate students through observation and interviews
Develop tailored strategies for student participation in educational activities
Supervise occupational therapy assistants
Collaborate with educational teams to create IEPs
Document OT services and student progress
Facilitate access to assistive technology
Required Qualifications
National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy
Current Illinois license to practice occupational therapy
Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in school-based therapy
Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Familiarity with assistive technology
Benefits & Perks
Health insurancePaid time off (PTO)Retirement plan