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Kara Lyons

Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Naperville, IL Ladse Special Education Co-Op
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years at Ladse Special Education Co-Op
Gender
Female
Connections
262
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Kara Lyons is one of them.
  • 1,118 occupational therapists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 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), Select Rehabilitation (19), Shirley Ryan Abilitylab (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 July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • 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
Indiana University
2011
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor Of Applied Science
2011
Midwestern University (Il)
2013
Skills
Treatment Pediatrics Interventions Early Intervention Traumatic Brain Injury Clinical Research Orthopedics Rehabilitation Neurology Orthopedic
About Ladse Special Education Co-Op
Industry
Education
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Website
indiana.edu
Professional Overview

Kara Lyons is a Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Ladse Special Education Co-Op, based in Naperville, IL. As a occupational therapist, Lyons contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Naperville, IL. They have been with Ladse Special Education Co-Op for 9 years. Lyons holds academic credentials, including Bachelor Of Applied Science, from Indiana University and Indiana University Bloomington. Core competencies include Treatment, Pediatrics, Interventions, Early Intervention, Traumatic Brain Injury. Ladse Special Education Co-Op operates in the Education sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 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 Naperville, 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 Kara Lyons located?
Kara Lyons is based in Naperville, IL. They are currently affiliated with Ladse Special Education Co-Op.
What is Kara Lyons's specialty?
Kara Lyons specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist.
Where does Kara Lyons currently work?
Kara Lyons currently works at Ladse Special Education Co-Op. They have been there for 9 years.
What is Kara Lyons's educational background?
Kara Lyons attended Indiana University and Indiana University Bloomington.
How do I contact Kara Lyons for recruiting?
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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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