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. 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 Please click here to find out more about our core values. National Heritage Academies is an equal-opportunity employer. NHA is only registered for state employment purposes in the following states: Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. Originally posted on Himalayas