School-Based Occupational Therapist: Empower Student Access

Concord Community Schools; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CONCORD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS seeks a School-based Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services supporting students' access to education. The role collaborates with educators, families, and outside agencies to evaluate needs, implement IEP goals, and deliver evidence-based supports in multiple settings within the school system.

Responsibilities include evaluating students, developing intervention plans, adapting materials, and documenting progress while maintaining compliance with IDEA,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Indiana license as an Occupational Therapist.
• NBCOT registration preferred.
• Experience with children/adolescents in school or pediatric settings preferred.
• Bilingual skills, especially Spanish, are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and assessments to identify students’ fine and gross motor, sensory, self-care, and functional needs per IDEA, Article 7, and Section 504.
• Develop and implement IEP goals, service plans, and accommodations tailored to student needs.
• Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services in classrooms, therapy rooms, and community settings.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families to integrate therapy recommendations into educational programs.
• Design and adapt instructional materials and environments to support student participation and access.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals and report to IEP teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Caseload management

Adaptability

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

CONCORD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS seeks a School-based Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services supporting students' access to education. The role collaborates with educators, families, and outside agencies to evaluate needs, implement IEP goals, and deliver evidence-based supports in multiple settings within the school system.

Responsibilities include evaluating students, developing intervention plans, adapting materials, and documenting progress while maintaining compliance with IDEA,