Job Description

Occupational Therapist
Location: Algonquin, IL
Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied
Pay: $2,008 to $2,069 per week
Contract Duration: 11 Weeks
Start Date: 8/24/2026

About the Position

Job Description & Requirements
Occupational Therapist - School - (OT - School)
StartDate: 8/24/2026 Available Shifts: 7.5 D Pay Rate: $2008.00 - $2069.00

Occupational Therapist jobs in Algonquin, IL public schools let you help K-12 students develop fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, and social-emotional regulation. You will conduct assessments, create individualized care plans, deliver therapy in classrooms, and collaborate with district staff to support student success. Required qualifications include a master’s degree in occupational therapy, Illinois state licensure, and passing the NBCOT exam. Experience with pediatric populations and IEP systems is recommended. Algonquin, IL offers affordable housing and a cost of living below the national average. Enjoy outdoor recreation at the Fox River, shopping at Algonquin Commons, and local dining. AMN Healthcare provides excellent compensation, discounts, perks, dedicated recruiters, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 support. Apply now to join this Travel Occupational Therapist assignment in Algonquin, IL.

Required Qualifications
Occupational Therapist, School OT-IL References: 1 Reference in entire work history Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in Illinois
Professional Educator License with School Support Personnel Endorsements

Preferred Qualifications
Initial certification through NBCOT
Clear, articulate communication skills
Ability to explain results to a varied audience
Candidates with previous school experience a plus!
Completion of a criminal record and background check

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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Requirements

Occupational Therapist, School OT-IL References: 1 Reference in entire work history Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program Active Occupational Therapy (OT) license in Illinois Professional Educator License with School Support Personnel Endorsements

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Job Tags

Extra income, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Shift work

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