School Occupational Therapist, Gr PreK-12

The Academy•Westminster, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Academy is hiring a part-time School Occupational Therapist for the 26/27 school year. The Academy of Charter Schools Is… The Academy of Charter Schools is a public PK-12 school of choice located in Westminster, Colorado. We pair a rigorous, content-rich curriculum with opportunities to explore strengths and passions to achieve the highest standards for all. Our mission is to help all students grow into college ready, exemplary citizens by combining academic mastery with personal empowerment to drive lifelong success. We serve our full community by intentionally developing a school culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our approach to vertically aligning the full educational experience for our students from youngest to oldest centers around three notions – Prepare, Explore, and Empower – that keep us grounded in The Academy’s mission and vision as we set priorities and make decisions that impact instruction and school culture. Academy Employees Are… At The Academy, employees embody our mission, vision, and values every day. They guide and support staff to prepare students for academic mastery by delivering evidence-based curricula; they collaborate with students, staff, and families to design student-centered learning experiences that create opportunities to explore strengths and passions; and they support the implementation of social-emotional skills lessons that empower students to become leaders of their own learning. Academy employees work hard to provide an engaging, inclusive, and joyful learning environment. They embrace relationships and positive communication with a diverse community of students, staff, and families while helping maintain a culture of high expectations for all. Experience in school environments, strong people skills, and ability to work within a team is required. What Makes a Good Academy Employee? The Academy is looking for committed leaders who are prepared to perform at a high level in a demanding environment. Some of the characteristics that make for a successful employee at The Academy include: A people-first, relationship-focused orientation A growth mindset A belief that ALL children can achieve at high levels A passion for contributing to overall school success by working alongside and supporting others A creative, innovative, and caring attitude A spirit of openness, trust, and kindness A dedication to data-driven practices A highly motivated work ethic and willingness to tackle challenges Comfort with being flexible A sense of humor At The Academy, we know that diversity makes us stronger and challenges us to think differently every day. The Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. The online application should include a cover letter and resume. We offer a consistent 20-hour-per-week part-time schedule that allows you to truly integrate into our school community, build lasting relationships with students, and focus on outcomes rather than billable hours. Transition from a vendor to a valued team member. Enjoy a consistent academic calendar, schedule, team, and a collaborative environment where your voice helps shape our special education services. Position starts August 2026 Copy of transcripts and three current letters of recommendation are highly recommended but not required with initial application. Salary range starts at $31,500 plus additional for verified years of experience. PERA Retirement Benefits. Responsibility to verify experience rests with employee. Visit our website at www.theacademyk12.org. The Academy’s comprehensive benefits package includes a number of different plans for full-time employees. Refer to Employee Benefits Enrollment Guide for details at https://www.theacademyk12.org/about-us/working-for-us. Information on employee paid leave is also available at this same location. SUMMARY: The School Occupational Therapist supports the educational goals of students by promoting participation and performance in the school environment. The OT evaluates and provides interventions to address students’ fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and functional school-based skills to enable access to the curriculum and full participation in school life.

Requirements

Master’s degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
Valid state licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapist.
National Board Certified as an OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered).
Experience working with children and adolescents, preferably in an educational setting.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Personal computer and keyboarding skills.
Strong customer service and public relations skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Authorizer policies and building and department procedures
Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
Ability to travel between school sites as needed.
Must be able to lift 20–30 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of school-based therapy models (e.g., MTSS, push-in services, pull out services, etc.).
Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.
Experience with assistive technology and sensory integration strategies.

Responsibilities

Conduct occupational therapy assessments to determine students' functional capabilities and needs in the educational setting.
Participate in the development and review of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Interpret and report assessment results to IEP teams, including parents, teachers, and other specialists.
Develop and implement individualized therapy plans aligned with IEP goals.
Provide direct and consultative occupational therapy services in classrooms, therapy rooms, and other school settings.
Utilize evidence-based practices to improve students' fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, and self-care skills.
Collaborate with teachers, special educators, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and families.
Provide training and resources to staff and families to support carryover of strategies.
Serve as a resource in modifying classroom environments and materials to support student success.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, progress reports, treatment plans, and service logs.
Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and all district/state guidelines.
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development of student goals and accommodations.
Assist in the development and refinement of school-based OT practices.
Participate in professional development and district initiatives.
Support universal design for learning (UDL) and inclusive educational practices.