AnthroMed Education
Job Description
Job Description
Occupational Therapist (FMLA Coverage)
Location: Mokena, IL (K–5th) Position Type: Full-Time
Dates: March 2nd – May 28th, 2026 (Maternity Leave Coverage) Schedule: 8:35 AM – 3:45 PM (Half days once a month on Wednesdays for team collaboration) Compensation: $46 – $60 per hour (based on experience) About the Opportunity:
We’re seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to provide maternity leave coverage at the elementary level in Mokena, IL. This is a supportive school with an established OT team and dedicated therapy spaces. You’ll be primarily serving PreK–3rd–grade students, with the support of another full-time OT in the district. Key Responsibilities:
Provide OT services for PreK–3rd grade students at the elementary school Collaborate with another full-time OT on evaluations across the district as needed Support students in sensory, fine motor, and functional skill development Participate in weekly special education team meetings (Mondays) and other set meetings
(Tuesdays/Thursdays) Maintain documentation through Easy IEPs and Google Classroom
Caseload & Support:
Elementary school caseload with a focus on PreK–3rd grade Collaboration with a second OT who primarily serves the intermediate school Dedicated OT spaces for K and 2nd grade (close to 1st and 3rd grade classrooms) Sensory room available for therapy sessions Supportive special education team with structured collaboration time
Qualifications:
Illinois OT license (IDFPR) required School-based OT experience preferred Strong collaboration and communication skills
Why This Role is Great:
Dedicated Spaces: Multiple therapy spaces, including a sensory room Team Collaboration: Built-in support from another OT and weekly special ed team meetings Manageable Coverage Window: Spring maternity leave coverage with a clear start and end date Supportive Environment: District culture prioritizes teamwork and student success
Why AnthroMed for Part-Time:
Employees who work fewer than 30 hours per week are consideredpart-timeand are eligible for AnthroMed’s 401(k) retirement plan. This comes with a 100% employer match up to first 3% employee contribution. 1:1 clinical support by our clinical director.
Job Description
Occupational Therapist (FMLA Coverage)
Location: Mokena, IL (K–5th) Position Type: Full-Time
Dates: March 2nd – May 28th, 2026 (Maternity Leave Coverage) Schedule: 8:35 AM – 3:45 PM (Half days once a month on Wednesdays for team collaboration) Compensation: $46 – $60 per hour (based on experience) About the Opportunity:
We’re seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to provide maternity leave coverage at the elementary level in Mokena, IL. This is a supportive school with an established OT team and dedicated therapy spaces. You’ll be primarily serving PreK–3rd–grade students, with the support of another full-time OT in the district. Key Responsibilities:
Provide OT services for PreK–3rd grade students at the elementary school Collaborate with another full-time OT on evaluations across the district as needed Support students in sensory, fine motor, and functional skill development Participate in weekly special education team meetings (Mondays) and other set meetings
(Tuesdays/Thursdays) Maintain documentation through Easy IEPs and Google Classroom
Caseload & Support:
Elementary school caseload with a focus on PreK–3rd grade Collaboration with a second OT who primarily serves the intermediate school Dedicated OT spaces for K and 2nd grade (close to 1st and 3rd grade classrooms) Sensory room available for therapy sessions Supportive special education team with structured collaboration time
Qualifications:
Illinois OT license (IDFPR) required School-based OT experience preferred Strong collaboration and communication skills
Why This Role is Great:
Dedicated Spaces: Multiple therapy spaces, including a sensory room Team Collaboration: Built-in support from another OT and weekly special ed team meetings Manageable Coverage Window: Spring maternity leave coverage with a clear start and end date Supportive Environment: District culture prioritizes teamwork and student success
Why AnthroMed for Part-Time:
Employees who work fewer than 30 hours per week are consideredpart-timeand are eligible for AnthroMed’s 401(k) retirement plan. This comes with a 100% employer match up to first 3% employee contribution. 1:1 clinical support by our clinical director.