Part-Time Occupational Therapist
Part-Time Occupational Therapist
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PartTime Occupational Therapist
Ivywood Classical Academy is a tuitionfree public school that educates students using the virtuesbased and rigorous classical education tradition. The classical curriculum is timetested researchbased and is proven to develop children into thoughtful caring educated freethinking young adults. The curriculum emphasizes an education in the humanities sciences and arts and integrates Spanish and Latin language to promote depth in learning.
Ivywood strives to produce students of high moral character who understand the world and what it means to be a contributing member of society. We place a strong focus on the why behind our lessons which fosters a love for learning and inspires wonder in our students. Ivywood Classical Academy is a proud Hillsdale College Barney Charter School Initiative (BCSI) Member School.
A successful candidate for this position has:
- An unwavering belief that students need an intentional and consistent focus on virtue.
- A love for children and a strong desire to cultivate the wonder and joy of learning everyday.
- An ability to be a subjectmatter expert and share your love of the liberal arts tradition.
- An ability to build relationships with students parents and colleagues.
- A desire to foster a tightknit community in and out of the classroom.
As the Occupational Therapist your core responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assessment and Evaluation:
- Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations of students referred for occupational therapy services to identify their specific needs and limitations.
- Administer standardized assessments and utilize clinical observations to determine students functional abilities sensory processing fine and gross motor skills and activities of daily living.
- Collaborate with teachers parents and other professionals to gather information about a students academic social and emotional challenges.
Individualized Treatment Planning:
- Develop individualized treatment plans for students based on assessment findings taking into account their unique strengths and weaknesses.
- Set clear and measurable goals for each student with an emphasis on improving their independence functional skills and overall wellbeing.
- Modify and adapt therapy plans as needed to address evolving needs and progress.
Direct Intervention:
- Provide oneonone or group therapy sessions to students in accordance with their treatment plans addressing areas such as fine motor skills sensory integration handwriting selfcare and assistive technology.
- Implement evidencebased therapeutic techniques and interventions to help students achieve their goals.
- Monitor and document progress regularly adjusting interventions as necessary.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with teachers parents and other school staff to ensure a coordinated approach to meeting students needs within the classroom and school environment.
- Attend and actively participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings to contribute to the development of appropriate goals and accommodations.
- Provide ongoing communication and education to school staff parents and caregivers regarding students progress and strategies for supporting them.
Professional Development and Compliance:
- Stay current with best practices research and trends in occupational therapy through continuing education and professional development.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records including progress notes treatment plans and assessments in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Adhere to all relevant laws regulations and ethical guidelines governing the practice of occupational therapy in schools.
- Performs other related work as required and assigned by the school leader.
Job Goal:
To provide specialized occupational therapy services to eligible school students of the academy evaluating students with motor and/or sensory disabilities in addition to planning and implementing interventions so that these students may access the education curriculum in the least restrictive environment.
Work Location: 14356 Genoa Ct Plymouth MI 48170
Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:
Minimum Requirements:
- Masters Degree.
- Valid State certification with appropriate licenses.
- Demonstrated competence in all areas of focus.
- Occupational therapy case reporting and writing skills and experience.
- Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
- Knowledge of and skills in best practice instruction specific to various disabilities.
- Skills and experience in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
- Ability to read a variety of correspondences medical records educational records test results directives requests etc.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Desired Requirements:
- Knowledge of and ability to follow and implement the IEP process.
- Knowledge of and skills working with students from all backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to coordinate with students parents and staff individually and in groups.
- Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
- Skills and abilities in organization time management and record keeping.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
- Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents students staff and administrators.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan including health care a competitive 401(K) plan professional development and much more. View our full list of benefits here contact with any questions!
Working for Choice Schools Associates
Ivywood Classical Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider Choice Schools offers a studentcentered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendents office Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas including instruction professional development curriculum human resources finance compliance communications and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Classical Model Ivywood is a vibrant community of learning comprised of multiple other outstanding classical schools within the state. The Classical Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tightknit community school in your area.
Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender sexual orientation national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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