Occupational Therapist - Houston, United States - KIPP Texas Public Schools

KIPP Texas Public Schools Houston, United States

2 weeks ago

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Job Description

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KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 59 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 34,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose —college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Founded in Houston in 1994, and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in our classrooms, in our offices, and in the communities we serve is unwavering. We are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. Join our Team and Family and champion equity, chase excellence, persist with purpose, bring joy, and help us rise together.

KIPP Texas is part of the national KIPP network of 255 college-preparatory public charter schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Nationwide, KIPP students complete four-year college at a rate of 36 percent, comparable to the national average for all students and approximately three times higher than the average of students from low-income communities.

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Job Description

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Occupational Therapist (OT), under the supervision of the Director of Special Populations, will provide assessment, consultation, and direct occupational therapy to students enrolled in or referred to Special Education. Additionally, the OT will collaborate with the Director to develop intervention and service plans tailored to each student. He/she will work cooperatively with schools and parents to provide an appropriate service plan for students with disabilities throughout the region. This position furthers the mission of KIPP Houston as it helps ensure that all students have the tools and the supportive environment they need to learn.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Performing screenings to assess the needs of students
Conduct comprehensive assessments and design evidence-based interventions for fine &gross motor skills, self-care, and sensory needs
Create reports that describe the results of the assessments, mentioned above
Provide a clear interpretation of the assessment to the parents of the student and IEP teams
Collaborate with the Director to develop intervention and service plans tailored to each student
Conduct small group and individual therapy sessions
Schedule and perform therapy needs according to students' IEPs
Collaborate with teachers, families, and other professionals to create impactful IEPs that foster independence and participation
Maintaining detailed records relating to student conditions, service plans, therapies, and progress

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and valid TX OTR/L license
Minimum 1+ years occupational therapy experience required
Preference for candidates with prior experience in a school environment
Strong knowledge of pediatric OT principles and evidence-based interventions
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, families, and colleagues

SKILLS:

Effective collaboration and communication skills
Ability to prioritize and initiate tasks, manage time, and complete multiple projects within tight deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Strong analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy is necessary
Strong follow-up and follow-through skills necessary

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans.

KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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