Occupational Therapist - Colorado

Occupational Therapist - Colorado

Connections Academy (a Pearson organization) is hiring an Occupational Therapist for the Colorado virtual public school program.

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re‑examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to always be better.

By pushing the boundaries of technology and inspiring each other, we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small.

Accepting applications for the 2025‑2026 school year. Working from his/her home full‑time, the Occupational Therapist will provide occupational therapy to K‑12 students enrolled in Connections Academy virtual public schools. The OT will connect with students using webcams and web‑conferencing software and will use the company's online Education Management System and other tools to manage the caseload.

• Provide high quality, direct occupational therapy services to assigned students in accordance with the student’s mandated IEP and service goals.
• Conduct screenings and both formal and informal evaluations of all students’ occupational therapy needs using documented best practices.
• Serve as an expert on state‑specific policies and procedures for implementing Occupational Therapy services.
• Write evaluation reports, progress notes, and individualized education plans.
• Log all student interactions within the EMS platform, including detailed therapy notes that follow Medicaid guidelines.
• Serve as an IEP team member by attending meetings and submitting paperwork as needed to maintain compliance with federal, state, and school guidelines.
• Communicate regularly with parents, learning coaches, and school special education staff to ensure that IEP goals are met and that needs are addressed in a timely and appropriate fashion.
• Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with occupational therapy needs and potential learning issues.
• Assist with the organization and proper implementation of all paperwork, documentation, and procedures for the IEP process for select students.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date data in the company’s Education Management System and special education software, including updating secondary IEP systems as directed.
• Maintain a positive working relationship between the OT team and the schools and programs served.
• Review and analyze a variety of reports to maintain compliance.
• Obtain and maintain all required licenses and clearances as assigned.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Pearson is focused on providing a flexible work environment to its employees, including the ability to work from home on a regular basis in most positions. Employees must have the appropriate means to work remotely and adhere to the work‑at‑home policy regarding privacy of records, technology standards, equipment standards, and expectations.

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• Arizona
• Oklahoma
• Michigan
• South Carolina
• Georgia
• Washington

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE accredited institution.
• NBCOT Certification.
• Valid Board and/or Department of Education License for Occupational Therapy for the state of residence and the state you will be assigned to work in.
• Ability to obtain and maintain multiple required state certifications and clearances as assigned.
• 2+ years’ experience in a K‑12 school setting.
• Strong technology skills.
• High degree of flexibility and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Flexibility in work hours during school hours (from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.) with possible changes due to caseload assignments and student…