Occupational Therapist Leave Replacement at The Quad Preparatory School

The Quad Preparatory SchoolOccupational Therapist Leave ReplacementOpening for the 2025-26 School YearClassification: Part time or Full-time Exempt (minimum of 2 month commitment)Reports to: Senior Occupational Therapist and Clinical Co-HeadFull-Time Equivalent Annual Salary Range: Compensation is commensurate with experience and ranges from $40 to $55 per hour.At Quad Prep we are on a mission to transform the lives of neurodiverse twice-exceptional people by redefining the experience of school. Through the collective collaborative and empathic work of our teachers and clinicians we are empowering our students to engage with the exciting and wonderful diversity of this world.As we enter our 13th year we are excited to welcome fellow innovators and collaborative colleagues to our team to be a part of this inspiring and impactful mission. At Quad Prep a New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Accredited School we are eager to create challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students to seek diverse perspectives and to work together to continuously refine and redefine best practices in neurodiverse education. The Quad Preparatory School actively seeks to advance diversity through its programs and hiring.Why work at Quad PrepACCREDITED SCHOOL: Quad Prep was recognized as an outstanding school when it received accreditation through NYSAIS.COMMUNITY: We are committed to building a joyful and inclusive culture where everybody is celebrated for who they are. COLLEAGUES: Our colleagues are inspiring consummate innovators and are at their happiest collaborating to create personalized solutions for each student.STUDENTS We guarantee that you will learn something eye-opening every single day from our students and have a lot of joy and laughter along the way!DEEP PROFESSIONAL LEARNING: Quad Prep supports mission-driven educators and clinicians to grow their professional skills and influence in the neurodiversity educational space. Close collaboration with colleagues coaching from supportive leaders and thoughtful in-depth professional learning programs keep us growing.GENEROUS AND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITSHealth: Medical Dental VisionStudent Loan repaymentRetirement Plan contributionGroup Life PlanDisability InsuranceGenerous Parental LeaveWORK LIFE BALANCE: In addition to a ten-month school year during which our staff are offered on average 33 days off (approximately 7 weeks) for scheduled holidays and school breaks we provide generous preparation periods throughout each week limiting the number of after work hours you will need to work so that you can live the life you wish for inside and outside of our school. Additionally our students are dismissed midday each Friday in order for you to meet with your team and division as well as plan and prep.EXTRAS You can build a private practice or tutor onsite during after school hours at low-cost reduced rates available only to our Quad Prep staff.Who We Are(If Quad Prep is for you youll read whats below and feel Thats me!)At Quad Prep we are guided by values that we hold dear and we have developed an innovative set of practices to meet our mission. We are:Groundbreaking: We ignite our students talents and are passionate about their futures. You are:Passionate about our work and our missionCreative and excited about reaching each and every learner in new waysExcited to help create new evidence-based best practices in this rapidly evolving fieldAble to set high expectations of both students and yourself and discover ways to meet themCollaborative: We function with an exceedingly deep degree of collaboration. You:Communicate effectively with colleaguesSeek to understand yourself and others in order to welcome new perspectivesAre generous of spirit and willing to give and receive feedback and input freelyAre kind welcoming and inclusiveTrustworthy: We are steadfast and are accountable to our students and each other. You:Can be counted on to do what you say you will doHave a high level of ownership for personal and team resultsCan purposefully develop skills to find success in your work and our learning communityAsk for support when you need itProject an unflappable firm and kind presence to our studentsConstantly Learning and Growing: We value continued growth and learning. You:Seek opportunities to learn and grow in your professional practiceSupport colleagues by sharing best practices and nurturing their learningHelp the organization grow and improve by developing and sharing new ideas and approachesResourceful: At Quad Prep we dig deep to meet our mission. You:Are highly effective and dedicatedShow initiativeDisplay good judgment and sensibilityExcellent at supporting students inside and outside the classroomFlexible: At Quad Prep we never give up on each other and are driven by the ethos of not if but how. You are:Open to new ideasNimble in fluid changing environmentsExcited by growth change and innovation WHAT YOULL DOThe Quad Preparatory School is looking to fill an Occupational Therapist leave position to join our team of clinicians; full-time or part-time to cover a leave replacement. The occupational therapist works with a primary caseload of students in 2nd3rd grade and may provide occasional support or consultation to students in other grade levels as needed. Clinical services are provided in a highly collaborative and integrated manner so as to generalize skills for success in natural and nuanced environments. Occupational therapists have the opportunity to receive mentorship from senior clinicians as well as through our consultative services provided by Special Programs in Occupational Therapy Services (SPOTS) a highly-regarded practice in New York City.Expectations:Provide individual and group occupational therapy services to students within a collaborative and integrated school modelProvide graphomotor sensory and visual-spatial skill building interventions in creative waysProvide support to other clinical and academic staff to integrate occupational therapy goals and individualized sensory regulation strategies into other contexts throughout the school dayCollaborate with other clinical and academic staff to integrate explicit instruction in executive functioning skills throughout the school dayParticipate in and/or lead aspects of health and wellness classes as assignedParticipate in calls with outside providers and parents as needed and at a minimum of once per monthMeet with parents/guardians to provide feedback on students progress as needed and at minimum at scheduled parent-teacher conferencesRecord clinical progress for each studentParticipate in weekly Psychosocial team meetings with all faculty and staffActively participate in supervision sessions with direct supervisorCompetently utilize Google Suite in particular Google Drive and DocsPerform other duties as assignedCompetencies:Passion for working with childrenDesire and ability to work with students with special needsAbility to connect with middle and high school- age childrenKnowledge of various clinical interventions and use of a collaborative approach to meet the unique needs of each childEffective oral and written communication skillsA solid understanding of adolescent childrens academic social and emotional developmentAttention to detailMaintaining confidentiality and privacyEthical conductTime management and the ability to multitaskTeamwork and collaborationPatience and flexibilityRequired Education and Experience:Masters degree in Occupational TherapyValid OTR/L in the State of New YorkExperience working with children with varying learning needsPreferred Education and Experience:Experience working with twice-exceptional youthExperience with child populationWork Environment:This job operates in a school setting. The school is located on the fourth floor of a building with an elevator. This role requires working in various locations around the school and occasional travel to the Upper School campus approximately two blocks away.Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is active and involves continuous standing walking and climbing stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items under 20 pounds. Typing is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:We are looking to fill a full-time and/or part-time position to cover leave replacements in an educational facility that is open eight hours a day. Teachers psychosocial teachers and staff clinicians work ten months out of the year according to the academic calendar (late August to late June). Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required anticipate at least three of these events throughout the general though hours are Monday-Friday 8am - 4pm; for the part-time role hours and days of work will be determined in collaboration with the supervisor Clinical Director and Assistant Head of School.Compensation and Benefits:Compensation is dependent upon experience and degree obtained.At Quad Prep full-time (or over 30 hours per week) employees will have access to a full range of benefits after satisfying the contractual requirements of each plan including medical dental and vision coverage; Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) pre-tax transit and dependent care (DC FSA) accounts; a 401K match and student loan repayment contributions (after one year of employment); and a range of professional development opportunities.All staff will engage with colleagues in our ongoing staff wellness groups relax at our social events and collaborate in meaningful work as a valued member of our voluntary groups.Want to learn more about Quad Prep Connect with us! ***Note that all employees are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. Medical and Religious Exemptions may be provided.*** ADA/AAP/EEO Statement: The Quad Preparatory School is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process to perform the essential functions of the position and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment please contact our People and Culture department at The Quad Preparatory School is based on an inclusive philosophy that does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion gender age disability marital status creed sexual orientation familial status citizenship veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by law in its hiring procedures and policies. Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare Employment Type : Temp Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 40 - 55