Occupational Therapist

BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

A leading charter school in Jersey City is seeking an Occupational Therapist to cover maternity leave in their Elementary School. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday from 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM, starting in March. The position offers a salary range of $69,000 to $90,000 per year, including opportunities for competitive raises and bonuses. The ideal candidate must have an NJDOE OT certificate and be willing to travel between schools, alongside strong communication skills and knowledge of IEPs.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an NJDOE OT certificate and NJ license.
• Willingness to travel between schools required.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and screenings.
• Plan and implement IEP goals and objectives.
• Recommend assistive devices and adaptive positioning.
• Provide strategies for student participation.
• Collaborate with students, parents, paraprofessionals and staff.
• Implement OT strategies to reduce barriers in school environment.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Knowledge of IEPs and 504 accommodations

Willingness to travel between schools

Education

NJDOE OT certificate and NJ license

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Empowerment Academy Charter School is hiring an Occupational Therapist for its Elementary School (covering a maternity leave). The position is full-time Monday-Friday 7:45-4:15, starting in March. Base salary $69,000-$90,000 per year, with competitive raises, bonus and stipend opportunities.

Qualifications

• NJDOE OT certificate and NJ license.
• Willingness to travel between schools.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of IEPs and 504 accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and screenings.
• Plan and implement IEP goals and objectives.
• Recommend assistive devices and adaptive positioning.
• Provide strategies for student participation.
• Collaborate with students, parents, paraprofessionals and staff.
• Implement OT strategies to reduce barriers in school environment.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

Charter schools are public schools. Teachers participate in the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF), and can transfer pension credits between traditional public schools and our school.

As an equal opportunity employer, Empowerment Academy hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability.

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey. Salary range: $69,000-$90,000.