Occupational Therapist at National Heritage Online Academy-NC (Part-Time)

This position is for 10 hours per week. 

School Information

To learn more about National Heritage Online Academy – North Carolina click here
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Why Choose National Heritage Online Academy – North Carolina:
Duties and Responsibilities:

* Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services in accordance with
students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 plans

* Conduct comprehensive assessments of fine motor, visual-motor &
visual-perception, sensory processing and regulation, motor coordination and
planning, and functional skills, for students referred for special education
or related services

* Participate in the IEP and Section 504 processes, including eligibility
determinations, annual reviews, progress monitoring, and service planning

* Develop, implement, monitor, and adjust evidence-based occupational therapy
interventions aligned to student goals

* Collaborate as an active member of the multidisciplinary special education
team to deliver coordinated and student-centered services

* Consult with teachers, administrators, parents, and relevant stakeholders
regarding students’ skill development

* Work closely with classroom teachers to integrate occupational therapy
strategies and goals into the educational environment and daily routines

* Provide training and guidance to staff and families on effective strategies
to support students in inclusive and mainstream settings

* Utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches and activities, including
physical, sensory, manual, creative, and play-based interventions, to support
student development and engagement

* Recommend, design, and support the use of adaptive equipment, assistive
devices, and classroom accommodations as appropriate

* Maintain an accurate caseload, service schedule, and therapy documentation,
including service logs and progress notes, in compliance with state, federal,
and organizational requirements

* Communicate changes in student needs or caseload status to the Special
Education Administrator in a timely manner

* Demonstrate professionalism and discretion when handling confidential
information and student records

* Participate in school-based initiatives such as screenings, problem-solving
teams, or intervention supports

* Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current with best
practices, research, and regulatory requirements

* Attend parent-teacher conferences and other meetings as needed to discuss
student progress and therapy plans

* Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the building principal

Qualifications

Required

* Valid state Occupational Therapy licensure 

* North Carolina: Occupational Therapist License issued by the North Carolina
Board of Occupational Therapy.

Preferred

* School-based or pediatric occupational therapy experience
* Experience working with diverse or at-risk student populations
* Familiarity with IEPs, Section 504 plans, and special education compliance

requirements

* Strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills

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National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer.

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