Job Description

Job Description

Onward Education is hiring a School Occupational Therapist (OT) for an on-site assignment supporting two middle school campuses in Cook County, IL .

Assignment Details:

Start Date: ASAP

Setting: On-site at 2 middle school locations

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM–3:15 PM

Team: Join a collaborative team of 8 Occupational Therapists

Position Summary

The School Occupational Therapist supports students’ access to learning by addressing functional, fine motor, sensory processing, and school-participation needs. The OT works as a collaborative member of building-level teams and provides services aligned with students’ IEPs and/or 504 Plans , including consultation, direct service, and school-based supports.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Serve on middle school building-level teams to support student success in the educational environment
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• Conduct initial evaluations and re-evaluations to help determine special education eligibility
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• Provide IEP-related OT services and contribute to goal development, service planning, and progress monitoring
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• Support MTSS through targeted interventions and consultation
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• Consult with staff and families to promote generalization of skills across school routines and environments
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• Recommend and support accommodations, adaptations, and assistive tools as appropriate (e.g., classroom supports, fine-motor tools, sensory strategies)
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• Document services and maintain compliant records in collaboration with the team
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Required Qualifications:

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• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license (IL OT)
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• Ability to work on-site and collaborate across two campuses
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• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
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• School-based experience and knowledge of IEP/MTSS systems preferred
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Why Onward Education?

Onward Education supports educators and related service providers with responsive recruiting, clear communication, and school-aligned opportunities throughout the academic year.

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