Occupational Therapist at Paramount Charter Academy - Part Time

Part-Time position scheduled for 4 hours per week.

About the School

Located in Kalamazoo, MI, Paramount Charter Academy opened in 1998 and serves students in Young 5 through 8th grade. At Paramount, you can connect passion with purpose.

Why Choose Paramount Charter Academy

• High parental satisfaction
• Utilizes the Dean support model
• Supported by an experienced leadership team
• Offers behavioral support for teachers and students (ABSS)
• Access to a best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources
• Ensures a safe learning environment with internal and external cameras

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

Requirements

• Valid state Occupational Therapy licensure
• Michigan: Occupational Therapist License issued by the Licenses and Regularly Affairs

Qualifications (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

National Heritage Academies is open to considering qualified Occupational Therapists as either employees or independent contractors.