2025-26 Occupational Therapist
Atlas Preparatory High School
Who We Serve
- 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
- 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
- 56% English Language Learners
What You’ll Do
- Supports student success by addressing factors that may interfere with educational performance, including but not limited to:
- Self-help skills (feeding, dressing, hygiene)
- Fine, gross, and visual motor development
- Sensory integration and visual processing
- Positioning, functional mobility, and transitions
- Functional communication through alternative methods
- Use of adaptive equipment and educational tools
- Delivers OT services as outlined in students’ IEPs
- Participates in the IEP process, including evaluation, planning, and documentation
- Assists in early intervention to prevent further impairment or loss of function
- Supports students in developing or regaining the ability to perform tasks essential for independent functioning when those abilities are impaired or lost
- Supports students with transitions (e.g., early childhood to school, school to post-secondary)
- Monitors student progress and maintaining accurate records and data
- Collaborates with teachers, specialists, and families to ensure integrated support
- Provides relevant training and resources to Atlas educators and staff
- Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and problem-solving efforts
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Compensation & Schedule
- Salaried/Exempt
- Annual Salary Range $58,315 - $68,491 (DOE)
- Full Time; Monday – Friday; Occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Benefits
- Approximately 12* weeks of paid school breaks
- 32 hours of annual flex time and 48 hours of annual sick time
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
- Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
- 100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit
- 100% Employer-paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more)
- Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of employee discounts
Annual Calendar and Start Date
- 199 work days per academic year
- Includes 3 days of new staff orientation. Following years will include 195 workdays.
- Start Date: July 9th, 2025
*Prorated if employment begins after July 1, 2025.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
- Current certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Current Colorado Occupational Therapist license (verifiable through DORA)
- Special Services Provider License through the Colorado Department of Education
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Exceptional Children’s Education Act (ECEA)
- Ability to pass required background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7
- Ability and willingness to complete CPI course (provided by Atlas) to receive applicable certification
- Demonstrated holistic approach that considers both school and home environments
- Self-starter with enthusiasm for student success
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- 1+ years of experience as a school-based Occupational Therapist
- Experience working in a Title I setting or with English Language Learners
Essential Job Functions
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Lift up to 25 pounds at times
- Safely apply CPI techniques when necessary
- Access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed
- Abide by all policies and procedures of Atlas
Position Closes: When Filled