Beth Binder
Lake Zurich,IL
Summary
Dedicated occupational therapist specializing in student evaluations and individualized treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to achieve effective therapy goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Hawthorn School District 73
Vernon Hills, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Evaluate student needs to develop individualized treatment plans
- Collaborate with student services team and family to integrate therapy goals within academic settings
- Work with a variety of student populations including Autism, developmental delay, Down Syndrome
Occupational Therapist
Lake Zurich School District 95
Lake Zurich, IL
08.2007 - 05.2024
- School based occupational therapist working with ages kindergarteners through middle school
- Worked with students in the general education setting, self-contained, and structured teaching.
Occupational Therapist
Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital
Elk Grove Village, IL
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Staff position in acute care rehabilitation setting summer 2007
LaGrange Area Department of Special Education
LADSE
LaGrange, Il
08.2001 - 06.2007
- School based therapist providing therapy services to multiple school districts as part of a co-op.
Outpatient Pediatrics
Hinsdale Hospital
Hinsdale, IL
06.2005 - 08.2006
- Outpatient pediatric therapist summers only 2005 and 2006
Occupational Therapist
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, IL
06.1995 - 08.2001
- Staff therapist in acute care setting with focus on Neurology, Trauma, and Burn Unit
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN08-2005
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05-1989
Skills
- Skilled and experienced clinician in evaluation of students in the school setting and development of team based IEP
- Proficient in writing strength based evaluations
- Able to easily and effectively collaborate with multiple disciplines and families to provide coordinated and effective care
- Proficient in documentation
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Hawthorn School District 73
08.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Lake Zurich School District 95
08.2007 - 05.2024
Occupational Therapist
Alexian Brothers Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2007 - 08.2007
Outpatient Pediatrics
Hinsdale Hospital
06.2005 - 08.2006
LaGrange Area Department of Special Education
LADSE
08.2001 - 06.2007
Occupational Therapist
Loyola University Medical Center
06.1995 - 08.2001
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign