Job Description
Insight Global is seeking an Occupational Therapist that will partner closely with classroom staff, families, and service providers to develop, implement, and monitor occupational therapy programming for students K-8th grade with autism and related disabilities (~35-40 students). This role plays a key part in IEP development, staff training, and ensuring therapy goals support functional independence and classroom success.
Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate with classroom staff, parents, and outside therapists to support student OT goals
• Conduct formal and informal assessments, observations, and skill probes
• Develop and model therapeutic activities aligned to IEP goals
• Support IEP development, goal tracking, and progress reporting
• Participate in IEP, SETT, and interdisciplinary meetings
• Provide training and ongoing support to classroom staff
• Assist with school activities and cover substitute duties when needed
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Required Skills & Experience
• Active Occupational Therapist license in Illinois
• Previous school-based OT experience
• Physically, mentally, and emotionally able to support children with disabilities
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration mindset
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• Experience working with students with autism across varying age ranges
• Familiarity with ABA principles (preferred, not required)
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.