Classified - Position - Exceptional Education Support - Therapist /Therapy Assistant
Grades PK-12
Job Number 2300283238
Start Date
Open Date 02/13/2024
Closing Date 05/31/2024
GENERAL POSTING FOR POSSIBLE VACANCIES
ALABASTER CITY SCHOOLS
BOARD OF EDUCATION
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Occupational Therapist
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor's degree or Higher
- Licensure by State of Alabama to practice professional Occupational Therapy
REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Exceptional Education
JOB GOALS: Provide appropriate educationally related therapy program to disabled students
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide a thorough evaluation of physical/motor handicaps and needs of students.
- Prepare and implement therapy program to achieve educational goals and objectives as Outlined in Individual Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan.
- Train other school personnel to assist in implementation and monitoring of therapy program activities.
- Maintain current and accurate data required for students' files.
- Participate in Eligibility Determination Committee and 504 meetings as requested by supervisor.
- Monitor and maintain departmental therapy equipment and supplies utilized in therapy program.
- Attend staff meetings as scheduled by supervisors.
- Submit requested information to supervisor in timely manner.
- Participate in IEP conferences and other conferences as necessary.
- Communicate with local school staff regarding students' therapy programs and any modifications of assistance.
- Maintain communication with parents, physicians and other caregivers regarding student needs, progress and program
- Inform supervisor immediately of problems and/or sensitive situations.
- Keep informed of new developments in the profession via professional development and maintain licensure.
- Assist in assessing facilities regarding accessibility for physically challenged students.
- Be regular and punctual in attendance.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 month contract (187 days)
SALARY RANGE: Based on current salary schedule.
Salary Range: From/To Salary according to approved current schedule
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