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Job Description Job Description Position Overview:
We are seeking (2) Full-Time OTR's and (1) Part-Time OTR/L to help with school - based work in Asheville, North Carolina. Opportunity for full time work as well as maternity leave coverage. We need OTRs with an adventurous spirit (open to a traveling position and love for children. Experience in the schools preferred, but we can mentor/train a clinical pediatric occupational therapist that wants to gain experience working in the schools. This is also a great opportunity to add a great experience item to your resume.
Job Specifics:
The occupational therapist for this position will select and administer assessments and observations to students in accordance with their IEPs to help them thrive in every learning environment, develop evaluations and identify the next steps for student growth and well-being, assess student needs in their ongoing development, evaluate and provide intervention to students, maintain clear and organized records of each referred student, and closely collaborate with the Special Education team on student needs.
The occupational therapist shall clearly communicate with school leaders, teachers, and families about individual student's progress and ways to assist student growth.
The OTR candidate must have at least a bachelor's degree in occupational and necessary licensing/certifications, in accordance with federal and state laws.
Required skills:
Effective prioritization of tasks
Effective and timely communication
Student and team rapport building
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Comprehensive student evaluations (very well written reports/thorough)
Detail-oriented documentation (reports, progress, notes)
Intervention planning and implementation (direct and indirect)
Progress monitoring
Timeframe-compliant work completion
Measurable goal writing
Accommodation recommendations and implementation support
Useful Skills:
Computer Basics - Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Detailed knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements for K-12 schools and charter school law preferred
Knowledge of NC Student Information System: ECATS.
Benefits of working with Junction of Function :
Excellent Hourly Rate for this Contract Assignment
Superior Mentorship Program
Pay rate-based experience
AOTA certified CEU provider with free access to CEU courses
Professional resource and material library
Annual stipend for state licensure fees
Referral bonus
Perks and Benefits
Access to School-Based Occupational Therapy Assessments, VMI, DVPT-3 (Developmental test of Visual Perception-Third Edition), WRAVMA, (Wide Range Assessment of Visual Motor Abilities), The Print Tool, ETCH, Peabody, Play-Based Assessments (Pre-School) team member, etc.
Clinical experts to guide you in serving students
Support for cross licensing
Schedule flexibility
Enjoy holidays and summers off
Competitive hourly rate with weekly payments
Job Information/Qualifications:
Children Served: Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, and High School
Master's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
NCBOT Licensure required
Ability to pass Background Check
Professional Liability Insurance Required
2 years clinical experience providing therapy and evaluation services
Work Type: Contract-1099- Top Pay
Shift Type: Full-Time, 8.0 Hour Workdays, M-F
Start Date : August, 2026
Work Setting: In person/Public School District Campus
Work Sites: Full-Time Opportunity Asheville, North Carolina
Collaborate with SLP/OT/School Psychologist to participate in (IEP) Committee to assist in interpretation of assessment, data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students eligible for Occupational Therapy services.
Consultation:
Counsel and involve parents in remedial process.
Collaborate with classroom teachers and school staff to plan and implement remedial process for improvement of students' skills.
Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel identify and understand student deficits
Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding needs of the student, student progress or mastery of therapy goals
Student Management:
Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and interests of students
Seek assistance form school personnel to establish and administer discipline according to the school Student Code of Conduct
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents
Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule and board policy
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Can be physically demanding and requires attention to detail and intense concentration.
The emotional needs of students and their families may be demanding.
Medium work: Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects
Jobholder works with students in an office or classroom environment.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
To APPLY:
Please send us a copy of your resume along with three strong references. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Prior to hiring, proof of NC state licensure and professional liability insurance is required. Additionally, a full background check must be passed.
About Junction of Function:
Junction of Function, Inc. is a dedicated team of professionals who take pride in providing high-quality educational services to a wide range of private, public and homeschool families in the states of Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Mississippi, New York, etc. Junction of Function is also an AOTA continuing education provider.
Junction of Function is a woman-owned business with a leadership team who consists of highly educated professionals. They understand SPED law, best practices, and their specialization is all woven together with a heart to serve. Come serve with us! We work together as a team and continually inspire each other to lead positive change, learn, and grow. Our commitment to integrity, compassion, and quality care drives us to reach for what could be possible. Every day is a new day to smile and do work that makes a positive impact into many lives. We are passionate about our work and making a difference in the lives of our students and their families.
We are trusted company when it comes to school-based placements in Charter Schools Nationwide. We are based in both Florida and North Carolina and have over 30 years of experience partnering with the schools Our knowledge of on the jog experience gives our candidates confidence in our process.
Junction of Function is a DRUG FREE WORKPLACE All employees are subject to pre-employment and/or random drug screens.
Company Description Junction of Function was formed to offer "quality" school-based services to our company partners! We think "outside of the box" and provide offerings that larger therapy staffing companpies do not. Junction of Function also produces educational and "functional"products that are loved by many!
Company Description Junction of Function was formed to offer "quality" school-based services to our company partners! We think "outside of the box" and provide offerings that larger therapy staffing companpies do not. Junction of Function also produces educational and "functional"products that are loved by many!
Worksite address
asheville, NC, 28801, US
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