Position Type: Student Support Services
Date Posted: 11/15/2024
Location: St. Anthony - New Brighton Schools
Date Available: 02/01/2025
District: St. Anthony-New Brighton Schools
Occupational Therapist
Long Term Substitute - approximately February 8, 2025 - April 29, 2025
- Provide direct and indirect Occupational Therapy (OT) to identified students.
- Train special and general education staff, parents and other team members on specific interventions, equipment; observes students in various educational environments and provides recommendations; adapts and/or modifies materials.
- Implement educational plans as described on individual IEP and provide information for building staff as needed.
- Maintain appropriate records and reports. Collect data on progress on goals and objectives for each student and meet all required timelines.
- Communicate effectively with students, families, educators, and administrators regarding student programs and progress.
- Work cooperatively with general education teachers and staff and provide building consultation, support, and training as needed.
- Create and maintain a professional working relationship with families and staff.
- Conduct assessments, comprehensive report results, and follow Minnesota state criteria in area(s) of special education eligibility as well as mandated timelines.
- Determine and complete purchase orders for supplies, materials, and equipment based on student needs.
- Participate in building and District level professional development activities.
- Measure and document therapy outcomes and attendance. Third Party Billing for students who receive services and qualify for Medical Assistance.
- Collaborate with the district special education team to share best practices and new therapy initiatives.
- Adhere to federal and state statutes and rules related to individualized service and due process.
- Other duties as assigned. Perform all other duties and responsibilities in certification areas as directed by the Director of Student Services and/or the Building Principal.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Fully licensed Occupational Therapist in the State of MN
Salary per the SAVEA Master Contract