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This role is scheduled for approximately 32 hours per week.
School Information:
Located in Durham, NC, Research Triangle Charter Academy opened in 2000 and serves students K-8. At Research Triangle, you can connect passion with purpose.
To learn more about Research Triangle Charter Academy click here.
Why Choose Research Triangle Charter Academy:
- Effective leadership driving successful outcomes.
- Competitive pay above market and benefits.
- Research Triangle Charter Academy has exceeded growth expectations on the state test.
- Opportunities for growth and personal development.
- Strong parental involvement.
- Layers of support through Dean model.
- Commitment to providing a safe learning environment for students to thrive.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services as outlined in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Section 504 plans.
- Conduct assessments of motor, visual-motor, and sensory-motor skills for students referred for special education evaluation to help determine eligibility for services.
- Participate in the IEP/Section 504 process, providing input on assessment measures, intervention strategies, and student progress.
- Collaborate as a member of the special education team to deliver comprehensive services to students with disabilities.
- Consult with teachers, school administrators, parents, and relevant stakeholders regarding students’ physical, motor, and sensory development.
- Work closely with teachers to integrate occupational therapy goals into the classroom environment and support classroom objectives through therapy programs.
- Provide training to relevant individuals on effective methods to assist students in mainstream settings.
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and adjust occupational therapy interventions in collaboration with school staff and parents.
- Utilize treatment strategies involving physical, sensory, manual, creative, and recreational activities to support student development.
- Design adaptive equipment and devices for individual students and classroom use.
- Maintain an accurate record of student caseload requirements and update the Special Education Administrator on any changes.
- Maintain a detailed schedule and service logs, and track student progress toward therapy goals.
- Demonstrate professionalism in handling confidential matters and materials.
- Pursue ongoing professional development to stay informed about current practices and research in occupational therapy.
- Participate in school initiatives such as screening programs to support student development.
- Attend parent-teacher meetings as needed to discuss student progress and therapy plans.
- Perform other job related duties as assigned by the building principal
Qualifications:
- American Occupational Therapy License
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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
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