Occupational Therapist

About Rocketship Public Schools

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe every student deserves the right to dream, discover, and develop their unique potential. It is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve.

Rocketship Public Schools is a nonprofit network of public elementary charter schools that propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with families to help high quality public schools thrive in their communities.

We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across the country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

Position Description

What You Will Do

• Provide high quality occupational therapy services to students across Rocketship school sites
• Deliver direct and indirect services aligned to Individualized Education Programs, 504 Plans, and student needs
• Support students with sensory, motor, adaptive, self regulation, and functional participation needs
• Complete evaluations and develop educationally relevant recommendations, goals, and service plans
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings to share evaluation findings, student progress, and recommended supports
• Collaborate with teachers, families, school leaders, related service providers, and network staff
• Provide consultation and guidance to help school teams support students in inclusive learning environments
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation related to services, evaluations, progress, and student records

Student Services and Support

Evaluations, IEPs, and 504 Plans

Collaboration and Consultation

Compliance and Documentation

Who We Are Looking For

• Student centered and committed to supporting students with diverse learning needs
• Collaborative and skilled at working with families, teachers, school leaders, and service providers
• Clear, professional, and thoughtful in communication
• Organized and able to manage documentation, records, timelines, and compliance responsibilities
• Flexible, adaptive, and solutions focused in a dynamic school environment
• Knowledgeable about occupational therapy practices in an educational setting
• Committed to Rocketship Public Schools mission and belief in the potential of every student

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university
• Valid license to provide occupational therapy services in Wisconsin, or ability to obtain required Wisconsin licensure prior to the start of employment
• Strong understanding of occupational therapy practices in an educational setting
• Ability to provide services to students across multiple school sites
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organization skills and ability to maintain records, meet deadlines, and manage compliance responsibilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, teachers, school leaders, service providers, and network staff
• Commitment to Rocketship Public Schools mission and belief in the potential of every student
• Ability to remain flexible, adaptive, and solutions focused
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to provide transportation for work assignments, as travel between school sites is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary students
• Experience providing occupational therapy services in a school setting
• Experience working with students with a range of disabilities, including learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities, autism, developmental delays, and sensory motor needs
• Experience participating in IEP and 504 meetings
• Experience supporting inclusive practices and collaborating with multidisciplinary school teams

Compensation and Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health and wellness resources
• 403b retirement plan
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance and support resources
• Professional development and coaching
• Opportunities for career growth within the Rocketship network
• A collaborative school community focused on students, families, and staff success

Physical Requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity