PRIMARY TASKS
As a multidisciplinary team member: plan, implement, and evaluate occupational therapy and sensory motor integration in accordance with Special Education student Individual Educational Plan (IEP) goals and objectives.
MAJOR ACTIVITIES
Evaluation; program planning; and program supervision and implementation. Collaborate with the Special Education team in program scheduling, identification and implementation of service delivery model, and parent contacts/meetings.
EDUCATIONAL/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Registered occupational therapy certification. Prefer a minimum of three years as a practicing occupational therapist working with pre-school and school-age children. Other skills beneficial to this position assignment: Knowledge of the Special Education Process and laws; excellent organizational skills, oral and written skills; time management; telephone skills; computer knowledge and assistive technology.
Willingness to understand and support the District’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan. Must successfully pass a background check and drug test that are satisfactory to the Board of Education.
Application Procedure:
Please apply online at http://www.nixapublicschools.net/. Contact 417-449-3170 for assistance.
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sex, exercise of FMLA rights or disability in employment, educational programs or activities as set forth in Policy AC.