Occupational Therapist
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$60k-$80k
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Job Description
- Occupational Therapist (OT) | School-Based
- Highland Park, IL | Elementary School | Full-Time
- Salary: $60,000–$80,000 annually, based on experience
- Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical insurance, 401(k) match, PTO, licensure reimbursement, and ongoing clinical support
- Hello Occupational Therapists!
AnthroMed Education is a clinician-focused organization that partners exclusively with schools to support school-based therapists. We are seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist (OT) in Highland Park, Illinois, to join a collaborative school community for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year, with an immediate start and an assignment running through June 3, 2027.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in the area alongside engaged school staff and families, with access to school-based resources and a collaborative educational environment. The team has flexibility in determining the best caseload and school assignments based on the selected clinician’s background and experience.
If you are an Occupational Therapist looking for a school-based role where your expertise is valued and you have dedicated clinical support behind you, we would love to connect!
- What Your Role Will Look Like
- Location: Highland Park, IL
- Elementary school caseload, primarily kindergarten through fifth grade
- Potential assignment across 2–3 schools, with specific placements to be determined
- Full-time schedule, approximately 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Onsite Services in a School-based Setting
Provide occupational therapy services that support students’ participation, functional skills, fine motor development, sensory needs, and access to educational activities
Collaborate with teachers, families, related service providers, and other school team members to support student success
Participate in evaluations, goal development, progress monitoring, and IEP-related responsibilities as appropriate
Work with the school team to determine a caseload and placement that align with your experience and strengths
Clinical Support Through AnthroMed Education
At AnthroMed, we understand that school-based therapy comes with unique challenges. Our goal is to make sure you have the resources, mentorship, and professional support needed to thrive.
As an AnthroMed Clinician, You’ll Receive
- Dedicated clinical support from experienced school-based professionals
- Regular opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and case consultation
- Access to a robust clinical resource portal and therapy materials database
- Reimbursement for eligible licensure fees and continuing education
- A clinician-focused team that understands the realities of school-based practice
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Current Illinois Occupational Therapist license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- Interest in providing occupational therapy services in a school-based setting
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- School-based or pediatric experience preferred
Benefits of Working With AnthroMed
- We believe clinicians deserve to feel supported, valued, and equipped to do their best work.
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance for eligible full-time employees
- 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
- Paid time off and a school-calendar-aligned schedule
- 100% reimbursement for eligible licensure fees and continuing education
- Annual therapy materials stipend
- W-2 employment with professional and general liability insurance coverage
- $2,000 referral bonus opportunities
- No non-compete clauses
- Access to clinician-specific CEUs and a robust clinical resource portal
- One-on-one caseload support and clinical guidance from experienced school-based professionals
- A collaborative culture that prioritizes your professional growth and well-being
Benefits listed for full-time employees working 30+ hours per week, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and plan terms.
Why AnthroMed Education?
AnthroMed Education exists to support the clinicians who show up for students every day. Our team understands school-based therapy because we have experience in education and clinical practice ourselves. We focus on thoughtful placements, meaningful mentorship, and ongoing support so our clinicians can focus on what matters most: helping students succeed.
Interested in learning more? Apply today to connect with our team and explore whether this Highland Park opportunity is the right fit for you!
AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Key Responsibilities
Provide occupational therapy services to support students' functional skills, fine motor development, and sensory needs within an elementary school setting. Collaborate with teachers, families, and school staff to participate in evaluations, goal development, and IEP-related responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Illinois, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (317 salary observations; 929 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,202 salary observations; 27,817 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; 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 ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $70k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in occupational therapy | ranked against 8,999 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $60k–$80k | Occupational Therapy median $89k (middle half $83k–$101k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Illinois vs national | $93k median in Illinois | $97k nationally (−4%)317 state / 5,202 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$70k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Illinois | 292 active | 9,009 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 35% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois Occupational Therapist listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 14% offer loan repayment350 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,032 in the last 30 days | 1,687 the 30 days before (+80%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +2.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at AnthroMed Education (School Services) a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 8,999 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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