Occupational Therapist | Sacramento, California at Fortune School of Education
About the Employer
About the Employer Rex and Margaret Fortune School of Education is a comprehensive education system including, non-profit preschools, a network of tuition-free, public charter schools (TK-12th), and a school of education with a masters programs and educator preparations programs accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. in Sacramento/San Bernardino County. We prepare students for college starting in preschool Transitional Kindergarten in San Bernardino and Sacramento Counties and are focused on closing the African American achievement gap. Our Mission To graduate high achieving students of good character prepared for college and citizenship in a democratic society. Our Vision To prepare teachers for service in public schools with competence and sensitivity that will enable them to develop students to their fullest potential. Our Approach At Fortune School our education philosophy is The Five Pillars--1) High Expectations, 2) Choice and Commitment, 3) More Time, 4) Focus on Results, 5) Citizenship. We follow this philosophy in all our academic programs in service to the wide range of people we serve from preschool to masters.
Job Summary
Job Summary
To provide occupational therapy treatment to special needs student’s educational programs in Fortune School of Education. This job is responsible to individual and groups to correct specific areas of sensory-motor integrative dysfunction. This job administers occupational therapy assessments to determine a student’s level of functioning relative to their age and educational placement in such areas as fine/gross motor skill development, sensory-motor integration, self-care, and the activities of daily living.
Requirements / Qualifications
Registered with the American Occupational Therapy Association and/or certified with the National Board of Occupational Therapy. Possession of a valid California driver’s license. (travel to various school sites may be required) A combination of training and experiences that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical method to obtain these qualifications would be: (a) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in occupational therapy or a related field; (b) Three years of clinical experience in pediatric therapy with emphasis on developmental disabilities and working in an educational setting. Experience in working collaboratively with teams and families is desired.
Requirements / Qualifications
Registered with the American Occupational Therapy Association and/or certified with the National Board of Occupational Therapy. Possession of a valid California driver’s license. (travel to various school sites may be required) A combination of training and experiences that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical method to obtain these qualifications would be: (a) Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in occupational therapy or a related field; (b) Three years of clinical experience in pediatric therapy with emphasis on developmental disabilities and working in an educational setting. Experience in working collaboratively with teams and families is desired.
Comments and Other Information
Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.
Comments and Other Information
Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.
Application Deadline
5/31/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/14/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
85,000 - 90,000 Annually
85,000 - 90,000 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000 dependent on experience; 100% PAID Benefits for EMP+FAM.
Length of Work Year
2023-2024
Employment Type
Full Time