Occupational Therapist at National Heritage Online Academy-NC (Part-Time)

This position is for 10 hours per week.
School Information:
To learn more about National Heritage Online Academy – North Carolina click here.

Why Choose National Heritage Online Academy – North Carolina:
Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services in accordance with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 plans

Conduct comprehensive assessments of fine motor, visual-motor & visual-perception, sensory processing and regulation, motor coordination and planning, and functional skills, for students referred for special education or related services

Participate in the IEP and Section 504 processes, including eligibility determinations, annual reviews, progress monitoring, and service planning

Develop, implement, monitor, and adjust evidence-based occupational therapy interventions aligned to student goals

Collaborate as an active member of the multidisciplinary special education team to deliver coordinated and student-centered services

Consult with teachers, administrators, parents, and relevant stakeholders regarding students’ skill development

Work closely with classroom teachers to integrate occupational therapy strategies and goals into the educational environment and daily routines

Provide training and guidance to staff and families on effective strategies to support students in inclusive and mainstream settings

Utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and activities, including physical, sensory, manual, creative, and play-based interventions, to support student development and engagement

Recommend, design, and support the use of adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and classroom accommodations as appropriate

Maintain an accurate caseload, service schedule, and therapy documentation, including service logs and progress notes, in compliance with state, federal, and organizational requirements

Communicate changes in student needs or caseload status to the Special Education Administrator in a timely manner

Demonstrate professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information and student records

Participate in school-based initiatives such as screenings, problem-solving teams, or intervention supports

Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current with best practices, research, and regulatory requirements

Attend parent-teacher conferences and other meetings as needed to discuss student progress and therapy plans

Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the building principal

Qualifications:

Required:

Valid state Occupational Therapy licensure

North Carolina: Occupational Therapist License issued by the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy.

Preferred:

School-based or pediatric occupational therapy experience

Experience working with diverse or at-risk student populations

Familiarity with IEPs, Section 504 plans, and special education compliance requirements

Strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.
NHA is only registered for state employment purposes in the following states: Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin.
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