Occupational Therapist (Shared Role)
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Job Description
Now Hiring: Occupational Therapist
Full-Time
West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science Grand Rapids MI 49534
New Branches Charter Academy Grand Rapids MI 49508
Position Overview
As our Occupational Therapist you will provide direct and consultative services that empower students to engage more fully in school activities and achieve their academic goals. You will assess plan and deliver interventions tailored to each students functional developmental and sensory needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Instruction Assessment & Support
Evaluate student motor sensory and adaptive needs through assessments and screenings
Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on IEPs and student goals
Provide direct therapy sessions and consult with educators and staff
Support skill development in fine motor coordination self-regulation daily living tasks and classroom participation
IEP Development & Compliance
Participate in special education team meetings and develop appropriate IEP goals
Ensure accurate documentation of services progress and Medicaid-compliant billing
Use designated special education management systems to track and report services
Collaboration & Communication
Foster strong partnerships with teachers support staff administrators and families
Provide training and strategies to classroom teams to promote student independence
Travel between school sites as scheduled to provide consistent support at each location
What You Bring
Minimum Requirements:
Masters degree in Occupational Therapy
Valid Michigan licensure (OTR/L)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage a flexible dual-building caseload
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in school-based or pediatric occupational therapy
Familiarity with IEP processes sensory integration and assistive technology
Strong documentation and organizational skills
A passion for supporting diverse learners in inclusive environments
Work Locations:
West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science
4463 Leonard St. NW
Grand Rapids MI 49534
New Branches Charter Academy
3662 Poinsettia Ave SE
Grand Rapids MI 49508
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
WMAES and NBCA are part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider Choice Schools offers a student-centered 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. 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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Employment Type
Full-Time
