Occupational Therapist

Citizens of the World Charter School - Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

12d•$88,200 - $10,540,740

About The Position

A CWC Occupational Therapist is an enthusiastic, skilled, and innovative professional who assesses and provides comprehensive occupational therapy services across Regional and school settings. The therapist designs interventions that support each student’s academic, social-emotional, and functional development, fostering independence, curiosity, and individual responsibility through creative problem-solving and evidence-based practices. The role embraces CWC’s constructivist approach and works collaboratively with its multicultural community to help students become confident, capable citizens of the world. The Occupational Therapist supports students’ educational programs by assessing needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, tracking progress, and collaborating with school teams and families. The position also supports inclusive, culturally responsive practices and uses student data to inform services and improve educational outcomes. This position is represented by United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA); its terms and conditions are governed by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements

Valid California Occupational Therapy License (CBOT) and National Board Certification (NBCOT).
At least 1 year of experience working with students in an educational setting.
Demonstrated expertise in IEP development, assessment, and goal writing.
Proficiency with Welligent and other special education-related computer programs.
Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse student populations, including English language learners and students with special needs.
Strong data collection and progress-monitoring skills.
Strong computer and technology skills, including proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to manage ambiguity and multiple priorities in an entrepreneurial environment.
Commitment to CWC’s mission of inclusive, experiential education and a demonstrated culturally competent, equity-minded approach.
Strong collaboration skills across diverse stakeholder groups.
Excellent written, verbal, organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills.
Initiative, tenacity, flexibility, humility, a strong work ethic, professional demeanor, a sense of humor, and a can-do attitude.
Ability to adapt to different school settings, procedures, and staff, and to work independently across multiple locations.
Dedication to continuous learning and professional growth.
Belief that all students can learn and achieve at high levels.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of LAUSD procedures and compliance requirements.
Fluency in a second language, ideally Spanish or Korean.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and assessments to determine student needs and develop remediation, instructional plans, and strategies.
Collaborate with teams to develop and implement IEPs addressing students’ physical and functional needs.
Design and implement evidence-based instructional activities aligned with students’ individualized occupational therapy goals and objectives.
Perform occupational therapy screenings and formal assessments.
Follow and implement treatment plans, modifying them based on student progress and needs.
Track service delivery in Welligent on a weekly basis.
Document student progress toward established goals and objectives.
Participate in IEP meetings for students on the assigned caseload.
Partner with teachers to help students meet the goals outlined in their IEPs.
Develop and conduct training for classroom staff and parents on occupational therapy, typical sensory-motor development, and other required topics.
Monitor and evaluate students’ equipment and assistive technology needs.
Maintain regular communication with families regarding student progress toward IEP goals.
Collect and analyze student data to track school performance and student achievement in accordance with CWC’s educational model.