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Gross Motor Skills Fine Motor Skills School Occupational Therapist - Colorado Springs, Colorado
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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$88,126 / year median in Colorado
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Key Qualifications & Experience:
Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), eligible in Colorado Background in delivering OT services in schools (K-12) preferred Experience with both fine motor and gross motor skill development Proficiency in developing and adapting therapy plans tailored to individual IEPs Familiarity and comfort with teletherapy platforms for remote service delivery Strong collaboration and communication abilities, working effectively with teachers, families, and support staffPrimary Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify students' needs across academic and functional domains Design and implement targeted interventions promoting student participation and independence in school activities Address fine and gross motor skill development, adapting activities for diverse learning needs Provide direct therapy sessions both in-person and virtually as required Maintain clear documentation and progress notes according to school and regulatory standards Participate in IEP meetings, offering expertise in OT to support student goals Educate and consult with classroom staff and parents to ensure strategies carry over across settingsBenefits and Perks:
Meaningful work supporting students' growth and success in an educational environment Opportunity to work with a collaborative multidisciplinary team Full-time schedule with consistent hours for the entire academic year If you are passionate about school-based occupational therapy and ready to make an impact across all grade levels, apply today and help students thrive—academically and beyond! Compensation for this position ranges from $33.47 to $53.47. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found . This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledBenefits
- Dental Insurance