Exciting Opportunity with PediaStaff: Part-Time School Occupational Therapist – OT in the Rockford, IL area.
 
PediaStaff is a trusted leader in pediatric therapy and educational staffing solutions, connecting passionate professionals with rewarding school-based and clinic opportunities since 2004. We're currently seeking 1 Part-Time, School Occupational Therapist ($50-57/hour) to support students in the Rockford, IL area.
 
Why Join Us?

At PediaStaff, we value our team members and provide exceptional support to help you succeed. You will enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in young students' lives. Our team-oriented approach ensures you have the resources and collaboration needed to thrive in your role.   
 
Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy
• IL OT license
• COTA's also accepted!

Role Overview:
As an OT, you will support students in school settings by assessing their needs, developing individualized plans, and implementing interventions to help them succeed academically, socially, and physically. This role offers the opportunity to work with young learners in a supportive school environment while making a lasting impact on their development.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Assess students' motor, sensory, and functional abilities to identify areas of need and develop individualized therapy plans.
• Deliver targeted occupational therapy interventions in accordance with students' IEPs, helping them achieve academic and developmental goals.
• Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other specialists to create supportive learning environments tailored to students' unique needs.
• Contribute to the development of IEPs by offering insights on motor development, sensory needs, and appropriate accommodation or modifications.

Job Details:

• Assignment dates 08/13/2026-05/27/2027 for School Year, 05/28/2026-06/25/2027 for ESY
• In-person only
• Caseload information: We service students K-12th grade at each of our campuses. Eligibilities include Emotional Disability, Specific Learning Disability, Other Health Impairment, and some with Autism. One campus hosts life skills, more functional based high school classroom.
• Part-Time

PediaStaff provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PediaStaff complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company does business.

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