Leave of Absence Occupational Therapist (1.0 FTE) September 2026Exceptional Learners Collaborative • Vernon Hills, IL, United States

Leave of Absence Occupational Therapist (1.0 FTE) September 2026

Exceptional Learners Collaborative • Vernon Hills, IL, United States

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Position Type :

Student Support Services / Occupational Therapist

Date Posted : 9 / 3 / 2025

Location :

Exceptional Learners Collaborative

Date Available :

09 / 12 / 2025 Leave Of Absence Occupational Therapist ( 1.0 FTE) for the 2025-2026 School Year Now - January 2026

The Exceptional Learners Collaborative (ELC) is seeking licensed applicants for the 2025-2026 school year. The ELC is located in Vernon Hills (Lake County), Illinois; is a special education cooperative providing services to students identified with special needs, ages 3 through 22 years of age. The ELC represents Kildeer Countryside Community Consolidated School District 96, Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103, Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125 and Fox Lake District 114. The ELC serves eight elementary schools, four junior high / middle schools and one high school.

Qualifications :

Current license from the State of Illinois Department of Financial Regulations, as a registered Occupational Therapist
Current certification from the Board of Registry of the American Occupational Therapist Association (AOTA)
Must be physically able to provide therapy to students ages 3 to 21
Ability to travel within the member districts of the ELC
Pediatric and special education experience preferred

Essential Job Functions :

Assesses students' fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor, hand functions, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for occupational therapy treatment, appropriate assistive devices and / or curriculum access.

Provides therapy to students based on district or ISBE learning standards, and / or individual student IEP goals and objectives within the classroom or outside the classroom enviorment.

Collaborates with a variety of groups and / or individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, maintenance personnel, team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.

Develops treatment plans, interventions and / or educational materials from the IEP for the purpose of remediating students' motor skill deficits and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Establishes and maintains a positive and safe therapeutic environment for students.

Salary & Benefit Information :

Pay ranges from $64,082 - $112,522 depending on education level and experience

This is a 10-month, Monday through Friday position

Exceptional Learners Collaborative provides a comprehensive benefits plan including :

Health, Dental and Vision insurance, including Board-paid single / employee medical insurance, and shared cost for family coverage

Life Insurance

Contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (pension)

Sick, Personal, and Bereavement leave time

Professional Development opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Application Process :

Online applications are required (www.elced.org). Applicants should complete the electronic application process and upload a letter of interest, current resume, references and transcripts.

Attachment(s) :

Occupational Therapist JobDescription.docx.pdf

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