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Virtual Occupational Therapist at ACCEL Schools
Online SchoolsFull-timeVirtual Special EducationPosted about 1 month ago
Apply with PipelineAbout the Role
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About the Team</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">ACCEL Schools is seeking highly-qualified Virtual Occupational Therapists for our upcoming 2026-2027 school year! ACCEL Schools is a K-12 public charter school management organization (CMO) serving students across the United States in brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid school settings. We focus on improving academic outcomes of students regardless of geographic location or socioeconomic factors.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The Occupational Therapist works with the school staff to coordinate and deliver Occupational Therapy services for qualifying students. </span></p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>**Applicants in Colorado, California, New York, and Washington State are not eligible for this position**</em></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Provide high-quality online Occupational therapy services to students according to the student’s IEPs</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Conduct OT evaluations and reevaluations as determined by the Special Education department</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Consult with teachers, other therapists, support staff, and families to facilitate classroom participation</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Development, monitor, and report on goals; determine needs, design interventions utilizing research-based best practices</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Provide clear clinical documentation that supports progress and growth of students towards their documented goals</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Participate in IEP meetings and other meetings as needed</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Adequately complete, in a timely manner, all paperwork for the District and the State</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Model professionalism in all situations maintaining confidentiality and privacy</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Continually develop professional growth in areas related to OT</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Follow all school policies and procedures</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Participating in training and meetings as needed</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About You</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">State issued Occupational Therapist license is required, willingness to become certified in additional states</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Proficiency with computers and online documentation skills</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Demonstrated leadership and management ability</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Excellent written and oral communication skills</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to work independently and contribute to a team</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>About Us</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We offer the following benefits:</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span data-ccp-props="{}"><em><span data-contrast="auto">Compensation and Benefits: </span></em><span data-contrast="auto">The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.</span> <br><span data-contrast="auto"> </span> <br><span data-contrast="auto">The annual starting salary for this position is between $60,000 – $70,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.</span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Life benefits – time & peace of mind</em></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Paid time off</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Retirement contributions</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Discounted childcare at <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fearlylearningacademies.com%2Four-brands%2F&data=05%7C01%7Ccharritt%40accelschools.com%7C5ea017ee751c49b0aea108dadeb80a8f%7C4f48161dd9724dbb83740fd5b53a0be7%7C0%7C0%7C638067179284917168%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=sWtnWAJWfHuyzoYypI7%2FG%2BMRrKasF2RPHe5dsNq3%2BKI%3D&reserved=0">Early Learning Academies</a> locations</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Health benefits – stay well & thrive</em></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Medical, dental, and vision insurance</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Employee Assistance Program</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Voluntary short-term disability insurance</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Voluntary long-term disability insurance</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><em>Career benefits – keep growing</em></span></p>
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<li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Career advancement opportunities throughout Pansophic Learning and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person’s race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.</span></p>
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