Occupational Therapy Assistant — Special Education Impact

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Hoffman Estates, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide services to students eligible for OT intervention under IEP/ISP. The role may include assessments when requested and collaboration with teachers and parents to integrate OT goals into classroom activities.

Requires a bachelor’s or master’s in OTA, NBCOT or state certification, and the ability to work independently with good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in occupational therapy assistant, as required by state and contract.
• Ability to work independently. Motivated and well-organized.
• Good communication skills with adults and students

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational Therapy intervention for students utilizing exercises and equipment to facilitate fine motor coordination based on the goals and objectives included in the student’s IEP/ISP.
• Monitor student progress.
• Test and evaluate students (if requested) to determine their need, or continuing need, for occupational therapy.
• Consult with classroom teachers regarding occupational therapy plans for each student to assure that intervention is targeted to address the student’s educational needs and incorporated into the classroom as appropriate and possible.
• Communicate with parents on a regular basis to assure that they are informed with regard to student progress, and that interventions are incorporated into home activities as appropriate and possible.
• Creates solutions to challenges for individual students, which are based in research and sound professional judgment.
• Make referrals to community resources as needed.
• Complete required paperwork in a timely and well-organized manner.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Good communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Occupational Therapy Assistant

NBCOT Certification or state certification

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide services to students eligible for OT intervention under IEP/ISP. The role may include assessments when requested and collaboration with teachers and parents to integrate OT goals into classroom activities.

Requires a bachelor’s or master’s in OTA, NBCOT or state certification, and the ability to work independently with good communication skills.