Occupational Therapist

Purpose Statement The job of Occupational Therapist is done for the purpose/s of providing Occupational Therapy (OT) and mobility services to students that require specialized instruction to function in an educational environment, and to ensure FAPE. These services include screening, identifying, assessing, direct OT and Motor Services, equipment management and staff/parent training for students determined eligible for services. This job reports to Assistant Director of Special Education Essential Functions Attends work regularly to fulfill duties specific to the assignment for the purpose of providing quality educational experiences and continuity for assigned students, parents, and the overall school community. Collaborates with special education teams for the purpose of conducting appropriate assessments, reviewing data, obtaining parental consent, and informing parents of procedural safeguards for students with disabilities. Collects and maintains student performance data for the purpose of documenting student progress. Completes reports for the purpose of compliance with state and federal Special Education and Medicaid mandates. Disseminates information (e.g. progress reports on IEP goals, etc.) for the purpose of informing parents at least quarterly and as requested. Documents services and contacts with student/parents for the purpose of maintaining compliant student special education folders. Identifies strengths/weaknesses and documents the students' present level of academic and functional performance (PLAAFP) for the purpose of informing IEP goals that align with OT and motor services as a related service. Implements appropriate OT and motor services and trains other staff for the purpose of implementing services listed on the student's IEP. Meets with other teams for the purpose of supervising support personnel, instructional assistants, university students, and others as assigned. Monitors and complies with all legal requirements for the purpose of supporting all federal, state, and PCSD policies and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring legally compliant, appropriate and effective itinerant services to students with disabilities. Provides training for the purpose of professional development of other educational staff, community and family members. Provides maintains, and delivers appropriate adaptive equipment for the purpose of supporting student learning. Troubleshoots problems for the purpose of identifying materials, access to curriculum, and alternative strategies to support student learning. Uses PCSD approved standardized assessments, and dynamic assessment in both formal and informal procedures for the purpose of making decisions based on assessment. Writes effectively for the purpose of creating compliant IEP's and other reports.

Pay:

$36.31 - $42.52 per hour

Benefits:

Mileage reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Paid time off

Work Location:

In person