Local Contract School Services - Occupational Therapist

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services Occupational Therapist for a local contract job in Waukegan, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Occupational Therapist
• Discipline:
  School Services
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 20 hours per week
• Shift: 4 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Local Contract

Ready to empower young learners and make a transformative impact in Lake County? Cross Country Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team supporting two vibrant campus communities in Waukegan, IL. Work with students from Pre-K through 8th grade, helping them master the skills they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond for the  school year!

Position Overview:

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services to a diverse student population ranging from Pre-K through 8th grade, focusing on enhancing fine motor skills, sensory processing, and activities of daily living.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), ensuring all goals are measurable and data driven.
• Evaluate and recommend environmental modifications or assistive technology to support student accessibility and participation in the classroom.
• Manage a part-time schedule across two campus locations, maintaining accurate clinical documentation and progress reports while partnering effectively with teachers, parents, and administrative staff to support student success.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid Illinois Occupational Therapist (OT) License
• Prior experience working in a pediatric setting, preferably within a school system or early childhood environment

Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education?

• Top Compensation:
  Earn $46.30 - $59.50 Per Hour, based on your experience and qualifications as an Occupational Therapist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits:
  Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Enjoy a stable, guaranteed 20-hour work week with paid sick leave.

Is It Time for a New Start? Apply Now!

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services.

Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.