Occupational Therapist

Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Occupational Therapist (OT) New Leader Academy

Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

New Leader Academy is seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team. We are a specialized therapeutic day school serving students with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, emotional and behavioral challenges, intellectual disabilities, and other complex needs.

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist at New Leader Academy, you will play a critical role in helping our students build the functional, sensory, and motor skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. You will work collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team to implement individualized education programs (IEPs) in a nurturing, structured environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct thorough occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized OT goals and treatment plans

Deliver direct occupational therapy services to students in both individual and small-group formats

Address sensory processing difficulties, fine and gross motor development, visual-motor integration, self-regulation, executive functioning, and activities of daily living

Collaborate closely with classroom teachers, speech-language pathologists, behavior specialists, and families to embed OT strategies throughout the school day

Participate actively in IEP meetings, progress reporting, and multidisciplinary team consultations

Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with IDEA and state regulations

Support students in improving handwriting, self-care skills, classroom participation, and overall independence

Qualifications:

Master’s degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

Current IL state Occupational Therapy license (or eligibility to obtain one)

NBCOT certification preferred

Experience working with children and adolescents with disabilities, ideally in a school or therapeutic setting

Strong knowledge of sensory integration techniques and evidence-based occupational therapy interventions

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team collaboration skills

Passion for making a meaningful impact on students with complex learning and behavioral needs

Commitment to a trauma-informed, student-centered approach

What We Offer:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement options

Professional development and continuing education reimbursement

Collaborative and supportive work environment with smaller caseloads

School-year calendar to include ESY

Opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team focused on helping every student become a “New Leader”

Schedule: Full-time

If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist who is passionate about working with students with disabilities and thrives in a team-oriented, therapeutic school setting, we invite you to apply!