School-Based Occupational Therapist
Aurora, IL
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Are you looking for a rewarding local role or an exciting travel opportunity in a non-clinical occupational therapy job? Join our team for a school-based contract assignment where you will earn full-time pay and benefits with a company that values your expertise, supports your growth, and helps you focus on what matters most—helping students improve, succeed, and thrive.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Current state license in good standing with the State License Board.
• NBCOT Certification.
• Educator's License.
• Experience working with elementary and middle school age students in a school-based setting. (Client-specific requirement)
• Availability to attend orientation on 8/3 and 8/4. (Client-specific requirement)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience conducting school-based assessments, developing IEPs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary school teams.
• Experience maintaining documentation compliant with district, state, and federal guidelines.

Assignment Details

• Orientation dates: 8/3 and 8/4.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day as a travel OT or in a local contract.

• Weekly, on-time pay
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan
• 24/7 recruiter: Available by text, phone or email
• Competitive referral bonuses
• 100% paid housing available for travel contracts
• Travel and license reimbursement on travel contracts

Impacting Patient Care

Provide occupational therapy in a school-based setting. Conduct assessments, develop IEPs, and deliver goal-aligned therapy. Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school teams. Maintain compliant documentation per district, state, and federal guidelines.

Location Highlights

Aurora, IL offers a balanced suburban lifestyle with accessible regional attractions and transit options. The city is adjacent to the Fox River and within a 40–60 minute commute to downtown Chicago by Metra and major highways. Visitors and residents enjoy nearby Phillips Park and its lagoon, the Paramount Theatre historic venue in downtown Aurora, and access to outdoor recreation at nearby Blackwell Forest Preserve and the Fox River Trail for hiking and cycling.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.