Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $1,906 to $2,106 per week in Aurora, IL

Are you looking for a rewarding local role or an exciting travel opportunity in a non-clinical occupational therapy job. Join our team for a school-based contract assignment where you will support elementary and middle school students, contribute to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and collaborate with multidisciplinary school teams to help students improve, succeed, and thrive.

What We're Looking For

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Current state license in good standing with the State License Board of Illinois.
• NBCOT Certification.
• Educator's License preferred.
• Experience working in school settings with elementary and middle school age students required.
• Experience conducting school-based assessments, writing IEPs, and delivering classroom or pull-out therapy preferred.
• Client requirement: must be able to split assignment and provide services at multiple district sites, including West Aurora (candidate will split time between sites).

What You'll Do:

• Provide occupational therapy services in a school-based setting for elementary and middle school students.
• Conduct evaluations and assessments; develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school support teams to integrate therapy strategies into the school day.
• Maintain compliant documentation according to district, state, and federal guidelines.

Benefits Designed for You

We value your commitment to student outcomes. You will receive access to benefits that support professional stability and growth.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• Support for travel and licensure reimbursement for eligible contracts.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

As an Occupational Therapist with our team, you will have access to supportive clinical resources and a recruiter dedicated to your placement and career development.

• Nationwide opportunities for local and travel positions.
• Supportive culture with dedicated clinical and administrative resources.
• Multiple career pathways including direct hire, temp-to-hire, local, and travel contracts.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: School.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Part time, split with West Aurora.
• Orientation Dates: August 3 and August 4 (attendance required).
• Assignment Duration: School year assignment with start and end aligned to the academic year (First day 8/17/26; Last day 5/28/27).

Location Highlights

Aurora, IL offers access to regional cultural sites and easy commutes. The city sits along the Fox River and features the Paramount Theatre and a historic downtown district within a 10–20 minute drive from many neighborhoods, suitable for an urban-suburban lifestyle. Aurora is approximately 40 miles west of Chicago providing commuter rail access via Metra and proximity to O'Hare and Midway airports for regional travel. The area is near Fabyan Forest Preserve and the Aurora Reservoir, offering outdoor recreation within a 15–30 minute drive for hiking, fishing, and boating, fitting an active, suburban lifestyle.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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