Occupational Therapist at Aspire Charter Academy (Part-Time)

Occupational Therapist

This position is scheduled for 24 hours per week.

Located in Gary, IN, Aspire Academy opened in 2008 and serves 650+ K-8 students every year. At Aspire, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Aspire Academy:

• Starting pay above traditional public schools' market scales.
• Competitive benefits at affordable rates.
• Demonstrates consistent outperformance against local districts on state tests.
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources.
• Personalized development and coaching opportunities.
• High level of support for all staff by an experienced leadership team.
• Emphasis on maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.
• We are open to considering qualified Occupational Therapists as either employees or independent contractors.

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:

• OT license through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA)

National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.