Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold valid GA Occupational Therapist certificate
• Written, oral, and instructional skills required
• Experience working in a collaborative environment
• Ability to travel between school sites

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to assess, evaluate, and administer appropriate testing as it pertains to Occupational Therapy
• Ability to provide and set up appropriate learning environment
• Proficient in administrative/record keeping duties
• Ability to professionally respond to inquiries from the public and other agencies
• Ability to maintain professional standards

Description of Duties

• Assesses and documents students' educational needs to develop and implement an appropriate therapy program.
• Develops appropriate instructional materials for students who require occupational therapy.
• Utilizes acceptable and innovative instructional techniques and practices.
• Plans in-service activities for school district personnel.
• Participates in Individual Education Plan meetings.
• Facilitates the identification of students by directly screening those students.
• Facilitates the attainment of special instructional materials.
• Participates in activities designed to promote professional growth.
• Consults with the local school district personnel concerning matters pertaining to the education of students with occupational therapy needs.
• Maintains records of services rendered to the school district.
• Participate in Special Olympic activities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Newton County School System