Occupational Therapist

Cologne Academy; Cologne (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cologne Academy in Minnesota is looking for an Occupational Therapist starting in August 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed by the MN Department of Health. The role includes providing therapy for students from Pre-K through 8th grade, developing individualized education programs, and collaborating with other educational professionals. We seek team-oriented individuals with strong communication skills and a dedication to student success in a supportive and enriching educational environment.

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience required; school experience preferred.
• Ability to adjust services based on evidence-based practices.
• Experience in maintaining accurate documentation and records.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate occupational therapy services.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Collaborate with a team of service providers to support students.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Team oriented

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensed by the MN Department of Health

National Board Occupational Therapy Certified

Job description

Cologne Academy

2026-2027: Occupational Therapist – Date Available: August 2026

Cologne Academy (PreKindergarten-8th Grade Public School) – located in Carver County, MN, enrolls approximately 750 students between onsite and virtual academy. Offers an enriched learning experience through the Core Knowledge curriculum and an individualized approach to learning.

We seek professional educators passionate about contributing to our mission and vision focused on academics and character development.

Employment offers teamwork, challenges, and room to grow. Excellent teachers critical to the success of all students. Committed to creating a high-performance work environment with continuous professional growth in support of growth in all domains.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the MN Department of Health as an Occupational Therapist
• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA accredited institution
• National Board Occupational Therapy Certified
• Pediatric experience required – school experience preferred
• Excellent skills in communication and collaboration (families and staff)
• Team oriented – working with other providers, teachers and families

Program Description

The occupational therapist will provide direct and indirect services to students in Pre-K/Kindergarten through 8th grade. Students needing occupational therapy range from mild needs to those with significant needs due to autism, cognitive delays and other neurological/developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate services based on individual needs.
• Develop and implement IEPs that address each child's unique needs.
• Use evidence-based practices and assessments to monitor progress and adjust services as needed.
• Work collaboratively with teams of service providers (e.g., speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, 1-1 paraprofessionals and speech education teachers).
• Member of a team that provides integrated services in multi-disciplinary manner to promote greater generalizability of skills.
• Serve as a resource for general education staff to ensure that needs are accommodated in the general education setting (including adaptive seating, sensory and other equipment needs).
• Indirect services in the general education setting focused on working with teacher to generalize student skills.
• Participate in planning and conducting multidisciplinary evaluations to determine needs for related services.
• Maintain accurate records, including assessment data, progress reports, and other required documentation for compliance purposes.
• Complete service logs on a timely basis for Medical Assistance billing submissions.
• Train and support paraprofessionals assigned to children on the ECSE teacher's caseload.
• Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis including recertification for CIP, workshops, in-services, professional reading materials, and/or other available offerings consistent with district and program priorities.