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Zahera Ali

Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Chicago, IL Northern Suburban Special Education District
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
5 years at Northern Suburban Special Education District
Connections
40
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Zahera Ali is one of them.
  • 1,118 occupational therapists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 9 contacts at Northern Suburban Special Education District are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical occupational therapist compensation in IL: $73,000 – $122,000 (median $94,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of occupational therapists in IL: Chicago Public Schools (22), Shirley Ryan Abilitylab (19), Select Rehabilitation (19).
  • 3% of occupational therapists in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 79% of occupational therapists in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Tufts University
Master of Science - MS
2021
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science - BS
2018
About Northern Suburban Special Education District
Industry
Education
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Website
nssed.org
Professional Overview

Zahera Ali is a Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Northern Suburban Special Education District, based in Chicago, IL. As a occupational therapist, Ali contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. They have been with Northern Suburban Special Education District for 5 years. Ali holds academic credentials, including Master of Science - MS and Bachelor of Science - BS, from Tufts University and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Northern Suburban Special Education District operates in the Education sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to occupational therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Chicago, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Zahera Ali located?
Zahera Ali is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Northern Suburban Special Education District.
What is Zahera Ali's specialty?
Zahera Ali specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist.
Where does Zahera Ali currently work?
Zahera Ali currently works at Northern Suburban Special Education District. They have been there for 5 years.
What is Zahera Ali's educational background?
Zahera Ali attended Tufts University and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
How do I contact Zahera Ali for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Zahera Ali. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a occupational therapist?
Recruiting occupational therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for occupational therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a occupational therapist in IL?
occupational therapists in IL typically earn $73,000 to $122,000 annually, with a median of $94,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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