Dynamic Occupational Therapy Assistant with a proven track record at Kent County Community School, enhancing fine motor skills and sensory integration through tailored interventions. Skilled in clinical team collaboration and effective communication, I fostered strong student relationships, ensuring progress and engagement in therapy. Certified in CPR/AED.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kent County Community School
08.2016 - 06.2023
Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
Collaborated with occupational therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for students.
Maintained accurate documentation of student progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and enhancing their commitment to therapy goals.
Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discus student goals and coordinate effective care strategies.
Managed caseloads effectively while prioritizing the needs of each individual student.
Efficiently managed time while maintaining high-quality service standards throughout all aspects of job responsibilities.
Enhanced student progress by providing one-on-one assistance during therapy sessions.
Ensured a safe therapeutic environment through proper equipment maintenance and attention to infection control protocols.
Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual students.
Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward students and treatment programs.
Paraprofessional
Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District
10.2004 - 06.2014
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI
06-2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Plymouth State University
Plymouth, NH
06-1985
Skills
Therapeutic exercises
Activity analysis
Fine motor skills
Clinical team collaboration
Pediatric therapy
Strength training
Sensory integration
Documentation skills
Intervention planning
Treatment implementation
Progress assessments/monitoring/evaluations
SOAP notes expertise/electronic documentation
Certified in CPR/AED
Organizational skills
Adaptability and flexibility
Effective communication
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Kent County Community School
08.2016 - 06.2023
Paraprofessional
Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District
10.2004 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy