Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Part-time or Full-time Positions. Mobile and clinic appointments. Provide occupational therapy to neurodivergent children ages 2+. Flexible Schedule!
Duties
- Evaluate patients' progress and prepare strengths-based reports that detail progress.
- Evaluate patients sensory profile and analyze medical data to determine neurodiversity-affirming goals for patients.
- Conduct child-directed, play-based therapy sessions in the child's home or school. Focus on sensory integration.
- Consult with clinical team to coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities.
- Participate in 2 of our community engagement events, annually
- Provide training and supervision in therapy techniques and objectives for COTAs, teachers, parents, and SLPs.
- Design and create, or requisition, special supplies and equipment.
- Plan and implement programs and social activities to help patients carryover skills to school, home, and community.
- Lay out materials such as puzzles, scissors and eating utensils for use in therapy, and clean and repair these tools after therapy sessions.
- Train caregivers and teachers how to accommodate patient's sensory needs during and after therapy.
- Collaborate with clinical and school teams.
- Record patient medical histories.
- Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
- Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
- Participate in meetings regarding patients' progress, such as in-service meetings and intervention team meetings.
- Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
Requirements
- Master's in Occupational Therapy
- OTR/L - Registered Licensed in TN
- Valid TN Driver's License
- Pass a background check
Benefits
- Flexible Hours
- 1099 Contractor Position
About Us
Next Generation Preparatory School is a microschool in Cordova, TN, serving neurodivergent children PK3-8th grade, along with a homeschool group for students ages 7 to 15. We are dedicated to fostering a passion for discovery, innovation, and cross-cultural communication through a rigorous STEM-focused (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum.
Our expert educators utilize an Activity-Project-Problem (APB) approach, guiding students through hands-on STEM projects that spark creativity, strengthen critical thinking, and nurture socioemotional growth. With small-group learning and an evidence-based, holistic teaching philosophy, we equip students with the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.
At Next Gen Prep, we go beyond traditional learning—preparing the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and global citizens. NextGen Prep is looking for motivated and skilled educators, assistants, and clinicians to join our team!