Regional Occupational Therapist Special Education at Keystone Academy 2026- at Teaching and Support

Sumpter Township, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Student Evaluation, IEP Process, MET Process, Adaptive Equipment Design, Cognitive Perceptual Motor Skills, Psychosocial Development, Sensory Integration, Case Management, Professionalism, Standardized Testing, Collaborative Planning

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

This position is full-time, 40 hours per week divided between three schools. 16 hours per week at Keystone Academy, 16 hours per week at Quest Charter Academy, and 8 hours per week at Metro Charter Academy. School Information: Located in Belleville, MI, Keystone Academy opened in 2003 and serving students Young5-8. At Keystone, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Keystone Academy click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/schools/keystone-academy/en]. Why Choose Keystone Academy: * Recognized for staff satisfaction, culture, and safety. * Parent satisfaction has been 93% for the past three years, putting us in the top 10 of the 102 NHA schools. * Keystone is a Top Ten Charter Middle School in Michigan. * Colleagues you enjoy working with to serve students. * World class professional development and instructional materials. Duties and Responsibilities: * Evaluate new students enrolling in the program within 30 days after entering program if Occupational Therapy needs exist * Use standardized tests, customized measures, and/or observation to evaluate the student in the areas of cognitive perceptual motor skills, motor coordination, psychosocial development, self-care, muscle strength and range of motion, postural reflexes, and needs for adaptive devices and prostheses * Evaluate treatment effectiveness by observation, testing, and communication with family * Utilize treatment procedures involving physical, sensory, manual, creative, and recreational activities * Participate in MET and IEP process * Utilize a team approach to planning and treatment with school personnel, families, physicians, and agencies * Consult with teachers regarding occupational therapy goals for the classroom setting and support classroom goals in the therapy treatment program * Provide training to appropriate individuals regarding effective methods to aid the student in the mainstream * Demonstrate professionalism when dealing with confidential issues and materials * Maintain file of caseload and keep Building Coordinator updated on changes * Design/construct adaptive equipment and devices for the student and/or classroom * Demonstrate willingness to keep updated on issues and research by pursuing professional development * Maintain schedule and log progress toward goals for student’s sessions * Promote and participate in specific school projects such as screening programs, career days, etc. * Attend parent/ teacher meetings (As necessary) * Perform other job related duties as assigned by the building principal Qualifications: * American Occupational Therapy License * Michigan: Occupational Therapist license issued by the Michigan Department of Education. Please click here [https://www.nhaschools.com/en/who-we-are] to find out more about our core values. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The role involves evaluating students' motor and psychosocial skills and implementing treatment plans across three different schools. Responsibilities include participating in the IEP process and designing adaptive equipment to support student learning.