Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy services for students in individual and group settings per IESP/IEP mandates
• Conduct assessments of fine motor, visual-motor, sensory processing, and daily living skills
• Create and execute evidence-based treatment plans using sensory integration and motor learning principles
• Modify classroom environments, learning materials, and assistive devices
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and school administrators to ensure coordinated care
• Provide guidance to educational staff on positioning and adaptive equipment
• Maintain detailed and timely documentation per DOE regulations
• Participate in IESP/IEP meetings to provide expert recommendations

Requirements

• Current valid NYS license as an Occupational Therapist
• NBCOT certification
• 1-2 years of experience in school-based or pediatric settings
• Competency in electronic documentation and teletherapy platforms
• NYC DOE fingerprinting and vendor status (or willingness to obtain)

About the Company

Knowledge Road provides essential support for students in NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools, helping them develop life skills and achieve academic and independent goals through evidence-based therapy.