Occupational Therapist (OT), San Lorenzo & Redwood City / East Palo Alto ($10,000 BONUS)

Position Summary

We are a small, dynamic team within the Special Education department that is committed to facilitating educational outcomes for students that reflect their interests, abilities, and potential. We divide schools geographically among our team, enjoy each other as co-workers, and appreciate the unique role we play in serving the students of KIPP Public Schools. The caseloads are very manageable, and we have planned for growth in each of these positions.

The available therapist position will work with our KIPP schools in the Peninsula (Redwood City / East Palo Alto) and San Lorenzo area. This position is Full-time in-person and reports to the Lead of the OT-APE team.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy through the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT)

Experience

Prefer a Minimum of 3 years of experience providing occupational therapy services (but not required)

Prefer a minimum of 1 year of experience providing occupational therapy services to children in school settings

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.

Knowledge/skills Required

• Demonstrated knowledge of various school-based Occupational Therapy assessments
• Demonstrated desire and success in working with students and families from educationally underserved areas.

Ability to Work Independently in School Settings

Ability to travel within the SF Bay Area with own transportation (mileage reimbursed between schools). The position will be based out of the Peninsula & San Jose, but the therapist may be expected to travel 1-2 times per month to other cities within the Bay Area.

Knowledge/skills Helpful

• Bilingual (Spanish or Vietnamese) is beneficial but not required.
• Familiarity with SEIS, PowerSchool, and Medi-Cal billing and data systems is helpful

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

This OT position will be the sole provider of in-person OT services across 5 KIPP schools in East Palo Alto & Redwood City, CA.

The OT must demonstrate the ability to screen, evaluate, score, and write reports, perform both direct and consultative services, track and bill services through online programs, participate in IEP team meetings, and be a supportive participant in all School and SPED teams.

The OT must align with and abide by KIPP Schools NorCal's missions and standards. This OT will be part of a larger OT-APE team and should be willing to support team members as needed.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands

Physical: Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Traditionally, much of the day involves moving. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-30 lbs. Physical agility to move oneself in various positions to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping, and reaching overhead

Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, make professional decisions, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize, and recall objects and people.

Environmental: School environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Frequent school environment movement, 75% of the time, and travel as needed, less than 10% of the time. KIPP adheres to health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.

Classification

This is a full-time, exempt position based on a school calendar. Occupational Therapists are paid a 10.5-month salary across 12 months of pay periods. The start date is July 1, and the end date is June 30. Position is considered an Regional position, but the OT will have a home-based school out of one of the KIPP Stockton Schools.

Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation for work-related travel.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality.

Together with families and communities, we 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.

Our student community consists of nearly 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San José, Redwood City, and Stockton. 81% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 34% are multilingual learners, and 12% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflects our students’ diversity.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

We benchmark annually against comparably-sized non-profit organizations and school districts in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. The salary range for this position uses a step scale based on years of experience. The usual starting range is between $99,000 and $117,000, depending upon experience.

How to Apply

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