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26/27SY Occupational Therapist
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university. Must be licensed in the State of New Hampshire bi-annually and registered by the National Board Certification of Occupational Therapy every three years. Valid driver's license and own transportationSpecific Core Function:
Evaluate students' needs; develop, monitor and implement therapy programs; and provide consultative services to the school personnel. Responsibilities of thePosition:
Identify sensory and gross and fine motor delays by evaluating all students referred by school personnel, other disciplines and parents in accordance with school district special education policies and procedures Use standardized and non-standardized tests to screen or evaluate students in the areas of motor development (gross and fine motor), sensory perception-integration, activities of daily living, neuro-development (muscle strength/tone, range of motion, postural reflexes) and the need for adaptive devices Prepare a written report and share results of all assessments with parents, teachers, administrators, etc. Consult with teachers, parents, administrators, medical personnel, agencies and other persons concerned with the educational, social, physical, emotional and vocational needs of each student with a sensory or motor delay Serve as case manager and member of Individual Education Plan Team Provide remedial instruction to students individually, in small groups, or in inclusive classrooms Prepare and submit to parents, school personnel and other agencies the progress of students enrolledSpecified Length/Hours of Position:
This is an affiliated (MEA) position under the Teacher Association negotiated contract, following the school calendar with additional workshop days. This job is not eligible for sponsorship.Application Procedure:
The Manchester School District uses this Applicant Tracking on-line application platform, please visit our site: https://mansd.schoolspring.com/ The Manchester School District's website is www.mansd.orgCareer Insights for Occupational Therapist
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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.
$96,540 / year median in New Hampshire
-10% projected decline