Occupational Therapist at Peak Charter Academy; Part-Time

Occupational Therapist at Peak Charter Academy (Part-Time)

Apex, NC, United States

This position is scheduled for 24 hours a week.

Located in Apex, NC, Peak Charter Academy opened in 2017 and serves students K-8. At Peak, you can connect passion with purpose.

To learn more about Peak Charter Academy .

• 5-time winner of Cary Magazine's Best Public School .
• Cary Magazine's Best Elementary School Principal .
• Cary Magazine's Best Middle School Principal 2023.
• NCDPI's Inaugural Charter School Principal of the Year 2021.
• Recognized as one of the best Middle Schools by US News.
• Incredibly diverse community.
• Differentiated professional development opportunities at local, state, and national levels.
• Safe learning environment and close partnerships with local police and fire departments.
• Unique instructional model with national recognition of results.

• Provide direct and indirect occupational therapy services as outlined in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Section 504 plans.
• Conduct assessments of motor, visual-motor, and sensory-motor skills for students referred for special education evaluation to help determine eligibility for services.
• Participate in the IEP/Section 504 process, providing input on assessment measures, intervention strategies, and student progress.
• Collaborate as a member of the special education team to deliver comprehensive services to students with disabilities.
• Consult with teachers, school administrators, parents, and relevant stakeholders regarding students’ physical, motor, and sensory development.
• Work closely with teachers to integrate occupational therapy goals into the classroom environment and support classroom objectives through therapy programs.
• Provide training to relevant individuals on effective methods to assist students in mainstream settings.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and adjust occupational therapy interventions in collaboration with school staff and parents.
• Utilize treatment strategies involving physical, sensory, manual, creative, and recreational activities to support student development.
• Design adaptive equipment and devices for individual students and classroom use.
• Maintain an accurate record of student caseload requirements and update the Special Education Administrator on any changes.
• Maintain a detailed schedule and service logs, and track student progress toward therapy goals.
• Demonstrate professionalism in handling confidential matters and materials.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to stay informed about current practices and research in occupational therapy.
• Participate in school initiatives such as screening programs to support student development.
• Attend parent-teacher meetings as needed to discuss student progress and therapy plans.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by the building principal.

• American Occupational Therapy License

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• Job Identification 63130
• Job Category Other Instructional or Certified
• Posting Date 01/07/2026, 04:41 PM
• Job Schedule Part time