What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - 2026/2027 School Year position at Ashmore Connection?
Job Overview:
Ashmore Connection is currently seeking an excellent Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time opportunity in the Rockford area next school year!
Duties:
- Provides occupational therapy services, as identified through the IEP/504 plan, to students enrolled in the educational programs of
- Administers occupational therapy assessments to determine a student’s level of functioning relative to their age and educational placement in such areas as fine/gross motor skill development, sensory motor integration, self-care, and the activities of daily living.
- Writes assessment reports identifying the student’s needs and proposed treatment strategies; writes individual student goals and objectives as part of the IEP; maintains progress records; participates in the IEP meeting.
- Develops occupational treatment plans and goals for rehabilitative care to improve student functional abilities and enhance their ability to learn.
- Provides students with individual treatment and group therapy sessions to correct specific areas of sensory-motor integrative dysfunction.
- Develops occupational therapy treatment plans based on the educational goals for eligible students to improve the student’s functional abilities within the school and naturalistic settings, in collaboration with the IEP team.
Required:
- Active Illinois OT IDFPR License and NBCOT Certification
- Experience as an OT in the school and/or pediatric setting
Ashmore Connection offers great benefits, including:
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Continuing Education Stipends and Materials Stipends
- Paid Sick Leave
- License Reimbursement
- Travel Pay
If you are a dynamic professional with a passion for Occupational Therapy and are looking to make a difference in education, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Join us in our mission to connect exceptional employers with top-tier talent. Visit www.ashmoreconnection.com for more information about our company culture and values.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $2,100.00 - $2,275.00 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Rockford, IL 61103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,100 - $2,275