Position:
We are looking for a certified occupational therapist with school-based experience to support 2-3 days in the secondary level (Middle School) in Hatboro Horsham for the 2024-2025 school year. The population will include autistic support, learning support and life skills. The ideal candidate must have 1-2 years of experience working in schools and creating and implementing sensory, fine motor, and self care programs. This position requires excellent communication skills, a commitment to student care, and the ability to work with families and other professionals to create individualized treatment plans.
Responsibilities: under the supervision of an occupational therapist
- Assist OTR with screenings, assessments and occupational therapy services.
- Follow and implement documented IEP plans or protocols.
- Document student progress toward meeting established objectives and reports the information to the OTR.
- Assist the OTR during assessments with formal documentation.
- Prepare therapy materials and/or equipment for use in the classroom and therapy activities.
- Adapt or modify instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by student needs and abilities for teacher use in the classroom.
- Assist in maintaining student records, tallying data, preparing charts, records, graphs, and reports.
- May implement behavior management programs for students as designed by certified staff, observes and reports significant student behavior, behavioral patterns and/or other problems to the OTR
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 24 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Medical Specialty:
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)
- COTA (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Hatboro, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
