OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST at Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
About the Employer
The Alum Rock Union Elementary School District in San Jose is nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Santa Clara Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area. Alum Rock is a family-oriented community committed to its children and schools. The City of San Jose provides a wealth of cultural, recreational, and entertainment activities for all ages in one of the most pleasant climates in the country. THE DISTRICT Alum Rock schools are neighborhood schools. Classrooms and schools represent the demographics of East San Jose. Parent involvement, community support, English classes, and health outreach services all contribute to school improvement. Standards-based instructional materials and immaculate campuses make Alum Rock schools a fine place to work and grow as a teacher. ETHNIC DIVERSITY Alum Rock serves a student body rich in racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity. Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of all students. Professional Development is provided for teachers to assist students in reaching their full potential. The district provides a supplemental instructional program for English Learners as well as programs for gifted students and students with special needs. COMMITMENT The Alum Rock staff is committed to high expectations of achievement by delivering effective instruction that results in outstanding student performance. If this is your commitment as well, Alum Rock is the place to be!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, the Occupational Therapist (OT) participates as a member of the educational team and is responsible for conducting appropriate pediatric occupational therapy assessments to determine a student's level of function relative to the student's age and educational placement in such areas as fine motor development, gross motor development, sensory-motor integration, self-care, and self-help activities for daily living. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing assessments, reports, and IEP goals for students evaluated for special education services and students who may need occupational therapy as a related service, necessary to assist students in acquiring physical functional performance skills needed to participate in and benefit from his/her educational program and function independently.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION/TRAINING EXPERIENCE: Two years of clinical experience providing occupational therapy services with a primary focus on pediatric clients. Experience working with students with a variety of disabilities and in an educational setting. Strong background in sensory integration therapy and application in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated regulatory disorders. Experience working collaboratively with families and public schools LICENSE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and/or certified with the National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Possess and maintain a valid California driver's license
Required Documents: Letter of Intent Three (3) letters of recommendation Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION/TRAINING EXPERIENCE: Two years of clinical experience providing occupational therapy services with a primary focus on pediatric clients. Experience working with students with a variety of disabilities and in an educational setting. Strong background in sensory integration therapy and application in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated regulatory disorders. Experience working collaboratively with families and public schools LICENSE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and/or certified with the National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Possess and maintain a valid California driver's license
Required Documents: Letter of Intent Three (3) letters of recommendation Resume
Comments and Other Information
Your application is incomplete if the above required items are not attached to your edjoin application by the deadline.
Incomplete applications will remain in that status.
You will not be eligible for an interview.
ALUM ROCK UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employee or job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES SHALL BE FREE FROM UNLAWFUL DISCRIMINATION (BP 4030)
Sexual harassment of or by any person in the work or educational setting shall not be tolerated; it shall be a violation of district policy to engage in any conduct which constitutes sexual harassment. Complete district policies on nondiscrimination and sexual harassment are available through Human Resource Development. (BP4180 & BP4135)
Comments and Other Information
Your application is incomplete if the above required items are not attached to your edjoin application by the deadline.
Incomplete applications will remain in that status.
You will not be eligible for an interview.
ALUM ROCK UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT Board of Trustees desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employee or job applicant on the basis of the person's actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation. PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES SHALL BE FREE FROM UNLAWFUL DISCRIMINATION (BP 4030)
Sexual harassment of or by any person in the work or educational setting shall not be tolerated; it shall be a violation of district policy to engage in any conduct which constitutes sexual harassment. Complete district policies on nondiscrimination and sexual harassment are available through Human Resource Development. (BP4180 & BP4135)
Application Deadline
7/14/2022 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/7/2022
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$93,275 - $113,376/$1,925 Master's Degree or $2,000 Doctorate Stipend.
Length of Work Year
2022/2023 School Year - 202 DAYS
Employment Type
Full Time