Occupational Therapist

Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Pay Range

$50-60/hour

Job Description

• Occupational Therapist (OT) | 2026-2027 School Year | Up to $60/hour | Gurnee, IL Area
• Hello OTs!

Join a local, women, and therapist-founded company that’s committed to supporting the professionals who support our schools. Ampersand Therapy is hiring an Occupational Therapist for the 2026-2027 school year in the greater Gurnee, Illinois area.

Position Details

• Start Date: As soon as possible, Full-Time
• Setting: K-12th Grade
• Location: Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL)
• Service Areas: Deliver IEP service minutes, documentation, collaboration

Your Responsibilities

• Provide school-based OT services in alignment with IEP goals
• Conduct evaluations and write reports
• Participate in IEP meetings and progress monitoring
• Maintain timely documentation
• Collaborate with special education teams and related service providers
• What We’re Looking For
• Illinois Occupational Therapy license
• School-based experience preferred, but not required
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Passion for supporting students in inclusive educational settings
• Benefits & Perks (for 0.8 FTE and higher)
• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision*
• 401(k) with employer match*
• Reimbursement for licensing, CEUs, and professional expenses
• Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate
• W2 employee status
• General and professional liability insurance
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid time off for volunteering and donation matching*

*Waiting period applies

Why Join Ampersand Therapy?

At Ampersand Therapy, we’re not a giant staffing firm, we’re a small, mission-driven team built by school-based therapists, for school-based therapists. Founded in Washington and now also local to Illinois, our company was created as an alternative to the traditional agency model. We believe in support, flexibility, and treating our team with the respect they deserve.

Our Core Values

Equity & Inclusion

We’re committed to anti-racism, cultural responsiveness, and equity-centered services. We partner with organizations like The Conscious Kid to deepen our impact.

Community Engagement

We give back to causes we care about—like Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth—and support our team in doing the same.

Environmental Responsibility

We’ve adopted sustainable, low-waste systems and are proud to maintain a carbon-negative footprint.

An Inclusive Workplace

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of every race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, and background. We’re committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment where you can thrive.