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Occupational Therapist

Chicago Public Schools

Elmhurst, IL
4 days ago
$60k - $80k

Job Description

Join Chicago Public Schools as an Occupational Therapist, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing student participation in educational activities and ensuring their success through tailored therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate students through observation and assessments
  • Develop and implement individualized OT intervention strategies
  • Collaborate with school teams to create and update IEPs and Section 504 Plans
  • Document OT services and student progress
  • Facilitate student independence through assistive technology
  • Provide direct supervision of occupational therapy assistants

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 developing Individualized Education Programs
  • Knowledge of evidence-based practices
  • Experience collaborating with diverse teams

Benefits & Perks

Health insurancePaid time off (PTO)Professional development opportunities