Position Type:
Student Support Services/Occupational Therapy
Date Posted:
12/17/2024
Location:
Lake Forest Administrative Office
Date Available:
Mutually Agreeable
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
District:
Lake Forest School District TITLE: Occupational Therapist
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's Degree or other advanced degree from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
2. Certification in Occupational Therapy or eligible for such certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy or its successor.
3. Current Occupational Therapy license issued by the Delaware Board of Occupational Therapy Practice.
4. Minimum two years of experience as an Occupational Therapist in a school system or other pediatric practice setting preferred.
5. Knowledge or experience with data collection related to occupational therapy goals.
6. Excellent organizational and management skills.
7. Excellent oral and written communication, facilitation, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

REPORTS TO: Special Programs Supervisor
LOCATION: To Be Determined
JOB GOAL: The Occupational Therapist leads the process of development, implementation and coordination of the occupational therapy program of the assigned school. Professional judgment and clinical knowledge are used to develop individualized programming based on occupational performance deficits in the areas of personal care, student role, interaction skills, process skills, play, community integration/work, and graphic communication.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teaches occupational skills and knowledge to provide students with the competence to be an asset to self, others, and the world of work.
2. Reports regularly on functioning to support skill generalization within the school setting.
3. Develops lesson plans and organizes class time to enhance therapy sessions.
4. Uses data collection and analysis to progress monitor OT goals and services.
5. Demonstrates use of appropriate occupational materials, equipment, tools, assistive technology, and processes using standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.
6. Provides individual and group instruction appropriate the needs of the students and the requirements of the activities being performed.
7. Controls the storage, maintenance, and use of materials and property to prevent loss or abuse.
8. Establishes and maintains standards of student conduct to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment in an activity-type classroom.
9. Communicates with parents, staff, and administration on student progress.
10. Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
11. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
12. Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities.
13. Maintains professional competence through in professional growth opportunities provided by the district, and in self-selected professional growth activities.
14. Provides leadership and support in the development of appropriate benchmarks related to annual goals to be part of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
15. Provides professional development to parents, colleagues and administrators in the theory and practice of occupational therapy.
16. Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have a valid driver's license and daily access to a vehicle required for travel throughout the school district.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10+1 Contract. Salary to be established by the Board of Education
EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.
The following are conditions of employment for new employees:

1. Satisfactory criminal background check prior to being placed on payroll.
2. Satisfactory child protection registry check.
3. Mandatory direct deposit of pay
4. Documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system.

Interested applicants must apply online and upload a letter of interest, resume, proof of certification, the most recent job evaluation, and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year by the posted closing date. In order to be considered for this position, you must apply online at
Lake Forest is an advocate of inclusion practices in all grade levels.
LAKE FOREST SCHOOL DISTRICT
Human Resources Office
5423 Killens Pond Road
Felton, DE 19943
Phone: 302.284.3020 - Fax: 302.284.5832
The Lake Forest School District does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws. Inquiries should be directed to the Director of Personnel, Lake Forest Central Business Office, 5423 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943. Telephone: (302)284-3020.