Middle School OT — Transform Student Learning

Illinois Education Job Bank; Lake in the Hills (IL); Híbrido; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks an occupational therapist to provide therapy services for students under IEP and MTSS frameworks. You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and interdisciplinary teams to tailor plans and interventions and document progress diligently.

Applicants should hold an OT degree with NBCOT certification, state licensure, and preferably experience in educational settings.

Formación

• Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution or a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy with school-based experience.
• Valid state licensure as an occupational therapist in good standing.
• NBCOT certification.
• Experience with children in educational environments preferred.
• Proficiency in sensory processing, fine motor, visual motor skills and executive functioning.

Responsabilidades

• Provide therapy services to students as directed by IEPs under the direction of school administration.
• Collaborate with educators, parents and professionals to develop IEPs, 504 plans and MTSS.
• Implement therapeutic interventions for individual and classroom settings.
• Monitor and document students' progress toward objectives.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with research and best practices in occupational therapy.

Conocimientos

Sensory processing

Fine motor skills

Visual motor skills

Executive functioning

Educación

Master's degree in occupational therapy

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy with school-based experience

NBCOT certification

Descripción del empleo

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide therapy services to students as directed by Individual Education Plans, under the direction of the school administration. Conduct comprehensive assessments to discern students' strengths and areas necessitating enhancement.

• Collaborate effectively with educators, parents, and interdisciplinary professionals to formulate tailored Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), 504 plans, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for students.
• Implement therapeutic interventions, both individually and in group or classroom settings, catering to the unique needs of each student.
• Monitor and meticulously document students' progress towards targeted objectives.
• Engage in continuous professional development endeavors to remain abreast of contemporary research findings and optimal methodologies within the occupational therapy domain.
• Ensure timely completion of all requisite documentation.

Qualifications

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited institution or a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy supplemented with relevant school-based experience.
• Valid state licensure as an occupational therapist in good standing.
• Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Preferential consideration is given to candidates with prior experience working with children in educational environments.
• Proficiency in sensory processing, fine motor skills, visual motor skills, and executive functioning.

Application Process: Apply online. Job # 16615

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

District Name Huntley Community School District #158 Building Name Marlowe Middle School Address 9625 Haligus Rd
Lake in the Hills, IL 60156 Phone [phone] Fax [phone] IASA Region Kishwaukee County McHenry Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Occupational Therapist Grade Level Jr. High Middle School