Occupational Therapist | $62/hr | Des Plaines, IL | Elementary | March–june 2026

Occupational Therapist (School-Based FMLA)

Salary: $1888 / Week | $62/hr | Des Plaines, IL | March–June 2026

Position Summary: Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking a school-based Occupational Therapist to cover an FMLA leave in Des Plaines, IL. This elementary-level role begins March 4, 2026 and runs through June 5, 2026. The OT will support students' fine motor and sensory processing needs, develop IEPs, and collaborate with school teams and families.

Key Details:

• Role: Occupational Therapist (FMLA coverage)
• Location: Des Plaines, IL
• Grade Level: Elementary
• Caseload: 42–50 students
• Hours: 32 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 7:20 AM–2:35 PM
• Start Date: March 4, 2026
• End Date: June 5, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Pay: $62 per hour
• Interview: Virtual

Responsibilities:

• Provide therapy services to support fine motor and sensory processing
• Conduct evaluations and write reports
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Collect and analyze data on student progress
• Collaborate with IEP teams, parents, and school staff
• Maintain documentation in compliance with district and state guidelines

Qualifications:

• Current Occupational Therapist licensure in Illinois
• One year of professional OT experience preferred
• CPR certification, TB/PPD clearance, and health certificate as applicable
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local employment requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Cyrus Vess, Recruiter | Amergis Educational Staffing

Phone: 813-371-5185

Email: davess@amergis.com

Benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs
• *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis:

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.