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Aurora, Illinois

Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) - Onsite - 26/27 School Year

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Starting at $45/hr

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Job Description

Join Our Team as an Onsite School Occupational Therapist (OTR) in Aurora, IL for the 26/27 School Year!

Are you a dedicated Occupational Therapist seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives? E-Therapy is hiring!

Ask us more about how we can help!

Position Details

  • Start Date: August 2026 for the 26/27 school year
  • Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
  • Grade Levels: K-5th grade students / Resource and Self-Contained Classrooms
  • Credentials: IL OT License required
  • Compensation: Starting at $45/hour (commensurate with experience)
  • Location: Aurora, IL - Onsite Only

Why E-Therapy? At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in special education, connecting schools with exceptional clinicians. Join our mission to provide accessible and impactful Occupational Therapy services to PreK-12 schools nationwide.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive support to help you succeed
  • The chance to work with a passionate and collaborative team
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' communication skills and overall growth

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to sara.pessman@electronic-therapy.com or Call 803-868-4570

Company Overview

At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in the field of special education, dedicated to delivering top-tier, clinical solutions to PreK-12 schools nationwide. Our mission is to empower schools with cutting-edge, clinical solutions through our advanced, technology-driven platform. By seamlessly connecting schools with our network of highly qualified, licensed clinicians, we offer a range of essential services that are both accessible and impactful.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team at E-Therapy. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing occupational therapy services to students in PreK-12 schools, helping them achieve their developmental, educational, and functional goals.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of students' motor skills, sensory processing, and functional abilities.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans and goals in collaboration with students, parents, and school staff.
  • Implement evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to address students' specific needs and promote skill development.
  • Monitor and document students' progress towards goals, adjusting intervention plans as needed.

Provide consultation and support to teachers and other school staff regarding strategies to promote students' participation and success in the classroom.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic support for students' academic and functional needs.

Participate in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings and contribute to the development of students' education plans.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions, progress reports, and other required paperwork.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
  • Must hold valid state license as an Occupational Therapist in the state in which you live in in which you are practicing.
  • Must be Registered with the National Board Certification Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
  • Passionate about working with K-12 students
  • Experience providing occupational therapy services in a school or pediatric setting.
  • Proficiency in assessment tools and therapeutic techniques commonly used in pediatric occupational therapy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, computer skills (including email/ and Microsoft teams)

Knowledge of sensory integration therapy, handwriting without tears, and other therapeutic modalities (preferred).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

E-Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Physical Requirements (Working in a School Setting)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and move around in various areas of the school facility. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents both verbally and in writing.

The employee may need to lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and may occasionally be required to bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Additionally, the employee must have the physical stamina to supervise and engage with students throughout the school day.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ready to Join Us? Please don't miss out on the opportunity to work with E-therapy! We are interviewing this week for next school year opportunities so don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary!

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to sara.pessman@electronic-therapy.com or Call 803-868-4570

Empower students. Transform lives. Start your journey with E-Therapy today!

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Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Motor skills assessmentIndividualized treatment planningEvidence-based interventionsIEP meetingsMultidisciplinary collaborationPediatric therapy

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Illinois, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (258 salary observations; 920 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (4,521 salary observations; 25,570 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 19 employers

13
<$105k
4
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
3
$135k-150k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
95%
Sign-on bonus
59%
CME allowance
55%
Loan repayment
27%
PSLF eligible
14%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist

Sentara Health · Norfolk, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 21 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,471 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Aurora

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$321k
Typical market rent
$2,253/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About E-Therapy

Primary and Secondary Education
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities