We’ve structured this role to support both the work and the person doing it.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
At BMP, our OT team plays a critical role in helping students access their education in meaningful ways. This position is not just about service minutes. It is about problem-solving with teams, supporting independence, and making school work for kids who need something different.

You will be joining a strong, collaborative, and vibrant motor team that works closely together to support students across our cooperative.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a COTA at BMP, you will:

• Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist

• Support students across multiple districts with sensory motor and functional needs

• Conduct screenings and assist in evaluations

• Participate in IEP and eligibility meetings to help teams make informed decisions

• Collaborate daily with teachers, related service providers, and building teams

• Help implement interventions, supports, and adaptive equipment

• Communicate consistently with supervising OTs regarding caseload and student progress

• Maintain clear, timely documentation

• Support families in understanding their child’s needs when appropriate

WHAT MAKES BMP DIFFERENT

• Strong, collaborative motor team. You are not working in isolation

• Consistent support from the supervising Occupational Therapist

• Opportunity to impact multiple districts and a wide range of student needs

• A cooperative that prioritizes both compliance and quality practice

BENEFITS THAT MATTER
We know this role requires flexibility and time on the road, so we’ve built supports to match:

• Flex time approach to support scheduling across multiple buildings

• Full IMRF benefit paid by BMP

• Health insurance benefit

• Life insurance policy

• Personal development stipend to support continued growth

• Mileage reimbursement for travel between multiple sites during the workday

WHERE YOU’LL WORK
BMP serves 14 districts in north-central Illinois
Most of your time will be spent in districts, with a central office in Tiskilwa (just south of Princeton, right off I-80)

Easy drive from:
Peoria (50 min) | Quad Cities (1 hr) | Bloomington-Normal (1 hr 15 min)
Rockford + western suburbs (1 hr 30 min)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Illinois License as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Ability to collaborate and problem-solve with teams

• Strong communication skills and professionalism

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation to Mallory Boehm-Benassi via mail or email.

PO Box 239, Tiskilwa, IL 61368 

mbenassi@bmpspeced.org