Job Description

KIPP MA is looking for an occupational therapist that will serve students with occupational therapy needs in the special education and general education setting across elementary and middle school grades. The ideal candidate will show an unwavering commitment to the progress of students towards their occupational therapy IEP goals. Candidates must also show a desire to pursue social justice and approach work with cultural competency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create occupational therapy session plans
• Report on quarterly progress for students with IEPs
• Take data during occupational therapy sessions
• Run individual and small-group occupational therapy sessions
• Support with self-care skills in conjunction with occupational therapy goals
• Consult for students as requested in the general and special education setting
• Collaborate with supervising occupational therapist to assist with evaluations

** Regional Responsibilities**

• Embody KIPP MA’s Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productively
• Participate and engage in regional professional development and community events as required

KIPP MA staff are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in their role. Our KIPP MA Executive Leadership Teams maintain consistent systems and procedures designed to permit staff to do their best work.

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that staff will engage in to help promote a positive and safe learning environment and culture.

** PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**

Example: Include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to stand frequently
• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
• Ability to bend, twist, and perform repetitive hand and arm motions

Qualifications

• Love and unwavering belief in the high potential of all students
• Commitment to anti-racism and equity
• Demonstrated ability to drive student growth and achievement and to create a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environment
• If applying as an OT, Masters is required.
• If applying as an OTA, Associate’s degree is required
• Have or be in pursuit of a MA license from the Board of Allied Health or hold a license as a certified occupational therapy assistant.
• Certification by NBCOT
• Experience as a school-based occupational therapist including knowledge of IEPs and 504s, and relevant federal and MA education laws, regulations and AOTA guidelines.
• KIPP MA requires that all staff be fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO authorized vaccine (or approved by KIPP MA for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief).
• Pass Criminal Background Checks

KIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables all of our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Additional Information

What We Offer

The starting salary for this exempt position is $55,000 as an OTA and a $65,000 starting salary as an OT, with a $1,000 signing bonus—and $2,000 retention and $3,000 longevity bonuses in subsequent years. For more about what we offer, how to apply and more about KIPP MA, please visit this link HERE.