Occupational Therapy
Our classroom occupational therapists provide:
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services according to their stated needs on the IEP in their natural environment (we often work right in the classroom with the students)
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complete ETRs as part of the educational team
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collaborate with teachers on writing and reaching IEP goals
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work closely with teachers to adapt materials and the classroom environment for optimal learning
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offer handwriting screenings beginning, middle and end of the year to ensure proper progression of skill
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provide whole classroom activities for emotional regulation / self-regulation
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help students access technology and software to increase success in the classroom via iPads and NEO laptops
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evaluate seating and posture of students for increased success with attention and fine motor activities
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deliver keyboarding instruction and intervention
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classroom activities to increase independence in daily living skills
Our private occupational therapists provide:
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therapy addressing goals developed from the evaluation and tailored to suit the student’s individual needs-these may reflect areas of need outside of the school environment
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see students individually or in small groups depending on their needs
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co-treat with speech therapy
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provide cooking groups that focus on fine motor skills, social skills, manners, and trying new foods using fun and nonthreatening approach
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occupational therapists are able to address fine motor, sensory motor, visual-motor, self-care, vocational, cognitive, and psychosocial skills