Occupational Therapist

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FULL-TIME

Occupational Therapist

Join a supportive, forward-thinking teaching community at Tamaqua Area School District, where educators are empowered to innovate and inspire. We're committed to academic excellence, inclusive practices, and preparing students for life beyond the classroom.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited ACOTE program. Master's Degree preferred. Completion of clinical rotations required.
• Currently licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist by the state of Pennsylvania. (HM)
• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• A valid PA license as a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR / L)

Role :

The occupational therapist works on the acquisition of / or compensations for deficits in fine motor skills, sensory motor skills, visual motor and visual perceptual skills, and self-care skills. More specifically, occupational therapists work with students on foundation skills needed for school participation through task analysis, individually selected motor activities, and consultation with team members to modify the environment, the instructional methodology, or to support student achievement on a particular classroom / vocational project.

Terms of Employment :

Two hundred and five (205) day work year. Salary and work year to be established by the School District Board of Directors.

Evaluation :

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Performance Responsibilities :

General :

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Tamaqua Area School District is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status in our employment practices. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and strive to create an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported.

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