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Job Purpose
Occupational Therapists use purposeful activity to facilitate a child's active participation in self-maintenance; academic and vocational pursuits; and play or leisure activities that occur in school environments. School-based Occupational Therapists will use direct and indirect services, assistive technology, and environmental modifications to help implement a child's special education program.
Duties and responsibilities
Instructs students individually and in group settings in both special education classroom and the regular education environment
Participates in the IEP team process to develop, review, evaluate, and implement Individual Education Programs (IEP) for students with disabilities.
Responsible for informing regular education teachers of IEP if applicable.
Monitors and evaluates students' work and progress based on tests, reports, work samples, and observations and keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
Assists with diagnosis (testing/evaluation) and writes related reports.
Develops a treatment plan to outline the specific occupational therapy intervention that will assist the child in meeting the goals and objectives.
Identifies pupil needs and develops and implements strategies for IEPs and 504 plans.
Orders and maintains an inventory of equipment.
Provides qualitative and quantitative feedback to students and parents, participates in parent/teacher conferences, and open houses.
Provides training to the appropriate person to carry over therapy goals in the school setting.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective and safe learning environment.
Responsible for set-up, maintenance, and cleaning of treatment areas and OT equipment.
Participates in building, content area, and grade-level meetings as required.
Attends meetings and conferences and participates in other activities to promote professional growth.
Acts as an advocate for the student with special education staff, regular education staff, supervisors, administrators, community resources, and parents
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Certification in Occupational Therapy (code 812) or eligibility to obtain this license
Certification as Occupational Therapist (code 26) though the State of Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing
This position is itinerant, so the individual hired must have their own transportation, a valid driver's license, and be able to drive between school districts.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
3-5 years of direct experience.
Working conditions
Most work is done within a school. The OT may need to assist outside or in other parts of the building or other locations within the District.
Physical requirements
Continually traversing corridors. Must occasionally remain in a stationary position, sitting or standing, for up to 4 hours. Operates office and medical equipment frequently. Frequently lifts/moves/carries objects/students up to 35 pounds. Occasionally must position themself to lower heights under 4', stooping or squatting. Understands complex problems and explores alternative solutions.
Direct reports
COTA
We invite you to explore the career opportunities at the School District of Beloit. We are a diverse and dynamic District with more than 5,600 students. Our mission, values, and goals support the academic success of our students. Our dedicated and talented teachers, administration, and staff reinforce and encourage high academic expectations, quality instructional practices, viable curriculum, student engagement, and an emphasis on 21st Century Learning that highlights critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.
At the School District of Beloit, we are committed and strengthened by our Diversity (honoring our human differences); Equity (removing barriers and providing support for individuals to achieve their greatest potential); and Inclusion (ensuring each and every one belongs).
Our District includes an early childhood program; six elementary schools, 4K through third grade; four intermediate schools, fourth through eighth grade; one traditional high school with an Academy Model; and one alternative high school.
Located in southern Wisconsin and bordering northern Illinois, Beloit's best assets include a beautiful riverfront; charming downtown full of shops, hotels and restaurants; the internationally renowned Beloit College; the Beloit International Film Festival; miles of hiking and bike trails; interesting museums; and, of course, the School District of Beloit. This town of 37,000 is also the headquarters for several national and international companies including Hendricks Commercial Properties, ABC Supply, Kerry Americas, Rakuten, and PlayMonster.
The School District of Beloit provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.