Occupational Therapist OT

Light Street is now interviewing experienced Occupational Therapists for a part-time onsite school-based position in Fresno, California. Clinical Manager Support Part time Competitive Compensation W2 Hourly, Rate DOE, direct and indirect compensation, guaranteed hours Referral Bonuses! Light Street Special Education Solutions ( a division of LEARN Academy (LEARN Academy® School Support Services and Education Network), helps schools succeed by providing comprehensive special education programs and services. We partner with schools to improve the quality and efficiency of services provided to children with special needs. We offer an array of flexible solutions that are grounded in evidence-based practices and focused on achieving positive outcomes for our students and school partners. As a School-Based Occupational Therapist at Light Street Special Education Solutions, a division of LEARN Academy, you play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of comprehensive special education services to children with special needs. Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, you implement evidence-based interventions that promote students' participation and success in their educational environment. Your responsibilities span across various school settings, interacting with teachers, administrators, parents, and other therapy professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student care. You evaluate students' needs, develop and implement treatment plans, and monitor progress towards individualized education program (IEP) goals. As part of Light Street Special Education Solutions, you contribute to the company's mission of improving the quality and efficiency of special education services. Your work directly supports positive outcomes for students and strengthens partnerships with schools, aligning with the organization's commitment to evidence-based practices and flexible solutions in special education. Essential Job Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess students' functional abilities in areas such as fine motor skills, sensory processing, and activities of daily living. Develop and implement occupational therapy intervention plans that align with students' IEP goals and educational needs. Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate occupational therapy strategies into the educational curriculum and provide consultative services. Adapt learning environments and materials to enhance student participation and independence in educational activities. Contribute to the IEP process by providing insights on student progress and recommending appropriate interventions. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student assessments, interventions, and progress. Participate in team meetings and professional development activities to stay current with best practices in school-based occupational therapy. Support early intervening services and participate in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) or response to intervention (RTI) initiatives. Provide expertise in assistive technology and universal design for learning (UDL) strategies to support student access to the curriculum. Collaborate with the special education team to ensure occupational therapy services align with the least restrictive environment (LRE) principle. Mentor and/or supervise assistants or students in the occupational therapy community. Provide trainings to instructional and related service staff. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to the needs of the organization. Qualifications Master's in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Maintain California license Current COC or CTC certification TB Test or TB Risk Assessment Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy offers a competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plan, 401(k), paid holidays and personal time off. Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be presently eligible to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr