Extended School Year- Occupational Therapist Early Childhood Special Education 2024 - Hazelwood, United States - Ferguson-Florissant School District

Description

Extended School Year
Early Childhood Special Education
Anticipated 1 Position

TITLE: Occupational Therapist

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assess and provide occupational therapy children who are eligible for Early Childhood Special Education services.

Extended School Year (ESY) 2024

Dates- June 10th - June 27th
Extended School Year Hours: 8:30a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday - Thursday

Staff Hours: 8:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

Location: TBD

SALARY: $35.00 per hour

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Early Childhood Special Education

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Occupational Therapist is responsible for effective performance in the following areas:

1. Provide diagnostic assessments for children with suspected fine motor delays. Record and evaluate findings to establish or revise treatment plan.
2. Develop Individual Education Program (IEP).
3. Provide occupational therapy to children.
4. Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents.
5. Plan with classroom teacher to provide a trans disciplinary approach to meet children's needs.
6. Provide services within the classroom when possible.
7. Maintain data on children's progress and development.
8. Communicate effectively with parents regarding individual children's progress.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be certified occupational therapist.
2. Must have the ability to relate well with young children.
3. Must have the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.