About this opportunity
Hiawatha Academies lists this Occupational Therapist opportunity in st paul, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Occupational Therapist
The Occupational Therapist (OT) is a critical member of the student support services team, responsible for evaluating, designing, and implementing comprehensive occupational therapy interventions to support students' academic, social, and developmental success.
Reports To: Special Education Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
School Classification: Classified, Salaried, hourly
Compensation: Full-time: $75,000 yearly Part-time: $ per hour
Work Schedule: 12 months
Location: Onsite Office
General Duties
Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for students
Assess fine motor skills, sensory processing, and visual-motor integration
Develop detailed assessment reports
Identify student strengths and areas for intervention
Utilize standardized and informal assessment tools
Consult with classroom teachers and special education staff
Provide recommendations for classroom accommodations
Develop strategies to support student learning
Collaborate with parents and families
Stay updated on best practices in pediatric occupational therapy
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education & Experience
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
Active license in the state of employment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Minimum 3-5 years experience as an OT in educational settings
Experience working in diverse educational environments
Experience working with children in educational or clinical settings
Understanding of pediatric developmental stages
Other Qualifications
Bilingualism in Spanish and English preferred
State and federal background clearance (Trusted Employees) to work with students (123B.03).
No prospective employee can report to work without this clearance being received and the Human Resources Manager notifying the immediate supervisor of this clearance.
Knowledge
Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion practices
Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
Acquired Skills
Well-developed, clear communication and interpersonal skills that maintain a respectful, professional, and courteous manner
Conflict resolution skills
Ability to work with diverse student populations
Abilities
Team player
Love of learning – a lifelong learner
Flexibility and adaptability
Able to communicate effectively and regularly with the Executive Director regarding questions and concerns
Organized
Openness to differing views and objectives
Ability to perform varied and responsible educational assistant duties
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information
Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
Work independently with little direction
Physical Demands
Hearing and speaking to exchange information
Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities
Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Seeing, to read a variety of materials
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching
Sitting or standing for extended periods
Lifting objects that weigh up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
Close vision and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment
Office environment
Noise level is generally moderate
Work conducted in a public or office setting
Indoor in varying temperature
Employees must have reliable transportation
Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity
Hiawatha Academies believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and equal educational opportunities for all students. Hiawatha Academies will not violate any law prohibiting discrimination for or against any student, employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, pregnancy, disability (including those related to pregnancy or childbirth), membership or non-membership in a labor organization, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under local, state or federal statute, ordinance or regulation ("protected status").
Worksite address
st paul, MN, 55130, US
Who can apply
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