Occupational Therapist

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At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential.

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At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

The Occupational Therapist will work across multiple (3) Rocketship school sites under the direct supervision of the Director of Student Services. Rocketship's occupational therapists are responsible for providing both direct and indirect support to students, families, and staff members in order to ensure high-quality programming for students, particularly those with disabilities.

Lead specialized evaluations related to sensory-motor development; write quality, compliant assessment reports

Develop Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives, as well as intervention plans

Attend IEP meetings; present evaluation findings; present information regarding student present levels and progress; recommend educationally relevant goals, services, and supports driven by student needs; collaborate with IEP teams to assist in finalizing the student’s plan

Attend 504 meetings; present evaluation findings and information regarding student present levels; recommend supports driven by student needs; collaborate with 504 teams to assist in finalizing the student’s plan

Provide high-quality and evidence-based occupational therapy services

Assist in the implementation of evaluation recommendations as needed

Work with parents to build knowledge of disability and inclusive support for students with disabilities

Assist in providing in-service training to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals and paraprofessionals

Provide consultation and advisement to administrators, teachers, and parents regarding the general and special education programs and supports under the Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), as appropriate

Assist in coordinating, communicating and seeking consultation with community agencies as appropriate

Provide support and guidance to the organization as a member of the ISE Network Support Team

Maintain a compliant practice

Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator

Must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited four year college or university and have a valid license of proficiency in occupational therapy services issued by the Wisconsin Board of Occupational Therapy

Experience working with elementary-age students (preferred)

Experience working with students with a range of disabilities (learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, autism, etc.)

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Embrace the mission of Rocketship Education

Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a work environment that is still evolving.

Perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks: maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedule and compliance deadlines.

Possession of a valid driver’s license: willingness to provide own transportation in conduct of work assignments as you will be required to travel from site to site to work with students and faculty at all sites