Occupational Therapist(Full-Time)

Occupational Therapist (OT) – 2026–2027 School Year
Location: Glen Ellyn, IL
Schedule: Full-Time (1.0 FTE) – Single Building
Pay: $48 and up
Hours: Approximately 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM 

The position is structured as:
0.8 FTE – Early Childhood
0.2 FTE – Elementary
This is a strong, well-supported district known for its collaborative culture, high standards, and commitment to student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services aligned with IEP goals
• Support students across both early childhood and elementary programs
• Deliver services using a combination of push-in and pull-out models
• Collaborate with teachers, behavior teams, and related service providers
• Contribute to sensory regulation strategies and behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
• Complete IEP documentation and participate in multidisciplinary meetings
• Student Population
• Primarily students with moderate needs, with some programming approaching moderate-to-severe

The Occupational Therapist will play a key role in:

• Sensory integration and regulation support
• Enhancing functional participation in the classroom environment
• Supporting and implementing behavior intervention strategies in collaboration with the team
• Promoting independence and access to the learning environment
• Work Environment & Culture
• Single-building assignment with both EC and elementary programs
• Collaborative, team-oriented staff
• Well-regarded district with strong leadership and support systems
• Opportunity to build relationships across programs within one site
• Balanced caseload structure with meaningful impact across age groups

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Occupational Therapist license
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred
• Experience working with:
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Sensory processing and regulation
• Students with communication and behavioral needs
• Ability to be proactive and solution-focused
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Why This Role Stands Out

• One building, diverse age groups (EC + elementary)
• Opportunity to develop expertise across developmental stages
• Strong, reputable district in the Glen Ellyn area
• Collaborative team environment with shared responsibility for student success
• Meaningful work supporting sensory regulation and classroom participation

Apply Today!

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Spotter Staffing Career Perks Include:

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision health care plans provided through Bennie Benefits (www.bennie.com)
• Professional Allowance Plan (supporting continuing education, professional association membership affiliations, classroom supplies and licensure costs)
• Employee 401k Retirement plan advised by RW Baird (www.bairdwealth.com)
• Paid Time Off