26-27 Occupational Therapist (New Orleans & Baton Rouge)

About Collegiate Academies

Collegiate Academies schools are at the forefront of the increase in New Orleans' and Baton Rouge' students attending college. We build world-class public schools that prepare all students for college success. We embrace meeting the needs of every student. For us, when we say "all" scholars, we mean Black and Brown scholars, scholars who come in 5 years below reading level, students who are ready for AP classes in the 9th grade, students who are overaged for their grade, students who have an IEP or 504 or BIP, the list goes on! Our mission is radical. Black and brown students too often hear that college isnt an option for them. We are proud that our high schools have the most growth in our cities for populations that historically see many obstacles to college acceptance. And we continue to inspire our scholars college future while relentlessly removing barriers. As a result we celebrate yearly as we see our scholars matriculate into college and postsecondary options like Brown University, Tulane University, Opportunities Academy, and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with selective scholarships like from Posse Foundation, The Gates Scholarship, and TOPS.

Our School Teams

Each CA school collaborates to grow stronger in pursuit of being a world-class public school filled with adults who continually grow themselves while finding joy in the work of getting to do something radical in our incredible communities.

As a result:

• You are surrounded by excellent teammates who want to help you grow with them. Our fastest growing teammates and leaders continually evaluate your choices against those of the strongest examples around them who achieve extraordinary results regularly.
• You get to work on a team instead of "in a silo" as you chase goals that support the growth happening in classrooms. We choose to build a shared school culture where 100% of scholars are thinking and all teammates contribute directly to that scholar culture, regardless of role. Our strongest teammates create opportunities to teach college ready habits to scholars daily, even from "office" roles.
• We're a collaborative team who share the work of meeting the goals it takes to be college ready. We deliver and share intentional feedback to each other daily through in-person feedback, written feedback on major projects, and daily observations. And then share that data with the team to keep us all focused on college success.
• You'll get to celebrate with scholars and teammates as they reach milestones in the classroom, on the field, on the streets during Mardi Gras, and professionally. The excellence we demand from kids and adults results in so much growth and so many achievements we get to enjoy together.

Role and Responsibilities

Maintain compliance

• Keep certifications and licensure current.
• Willingness to be trained on and to use Accelify, our online software program that tracks scholars minutes and progress in therapy services.
• Write daily progress notes as required by Medicaid regulations in Accelify.
• Ensure treatment ties directly to IEP goals/objectives.
• Remain knowledgeable of current trends, including federal and state regulations in the field of occupational therapy and special education to ensure compliance.

Build capacity and support staff collaboration

• Consult with classroom teachers, job coaches, teaching aides and Directors of Student/Scholar Support Services regarding opportunities to incorporate occupational therapy goals into activities within the classroom settings.
• Provide professional development to teachers across scholar support teams to incorporate occupational therapy strategies into their classes.
• Meet monthly with Directors of Student/Scholar Support Services at the school where services are provided to discuss scholars' progress and any barriers that have prevented expected progress or service provision.
• Participate in meetings with classroom staff and other related service providers to ensure each party is supporting the scholar in achieving his/her most rigorous post-secondary outcome.

Qualifications

• Must hold a license to practice occupational therapy in the State of Louisiana, as well as, the ability to obtain a valid LA ancillary teaching certification.
• Desire to work at a college-prep high school rebuilding urban education in the city of New Orleans.
• Deep belief that all students, regardless of their backgrounds and educational pasts, have the potential to succeed in college and beyond, and that it is the responsibility of schools to help students realize that potential.

Disclaimer: Collegiate Academies encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. Collegiate Academies does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. Collegiate Academies does not sponsor employment visas.