What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Making Waves Academy?
Occupational Therapist at Making Waves Academy
Application Deadline
6/30/2026 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
Contact
510-779-1368
Number of Openings
Salary
84,360 - 98,040 Bi-weekly
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About the Employer
When You Join Making Waves Academy You Commit to Intergenerational Change. You will join a team dedicated to rigorously and holistically preparing students from the 5th grade to their ultimate career success. Our bold mission is to interrupt inequity by supporting every Wave-Maker's journey to a rewarding life dream. As an employee, you will uphold high expectations for academics and behavior within a close-knit, supportive community. You will be instrumental in fostering essential durable skills like critical thinking and self-advocacy, crucial for any field. This is more than a job; it’s a commitment to empowering students to lead fulfilling lives, have rewarding careers and give back to their respective communities to recycle their success. We are looking for leaders and advocates ready to make a lasting impact.
Job Summary
Job Summary
When you join the team, you’ll make connections matter. At Making Waves Academy, we’re not just a school; we’re a network of support for the next generation of leaders. As our campus Occupational Therapist, you’ll be the sole expert driving motor development and sensory innovation. You’ll use your solution-finding skills to help students (Grades 5-12) overcome physical and sensory barriers, ensuring every "Wave Maker" in our student body has the tools to access their education and own their future. What you’ll be doing: You’ll be at the center of student success, moving across our multi-building campus to provide high-touch, "push-in" support where it matters most—in the natural classroom environment. - Driving Outcomes: Leading initial and triennial evaluations to determine eligibility and developing SMART goals that translate directly to academic wins. - Problem Solving: Implementing sensory regulation strategies and fine-motor interventions that keep students in a "ready-to-learn" state. Innovating with Tech: Training students on Assistive Technology (AT) and adaptive equipment to bridge the gap between disability and independence. - Collaborating for Impact: Partnering with General Education teachers to integrate Universal - Design for Learning (UDL) and educating parents on how to carry therapeutic gains into the home. - Compliance & Excellence: Maintaining accurate digital service logs (SEIS) and ensuring we remain a leader in Section 504 and IDEA compliance.
Requirements / Qualifications
You’ll need to have: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. - A valid license from the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT). Even better if you have: - Previous experience in a California school-based setting. - A passion for supporting first-generation students and families from historically underserved communities. - Proficiency with IEP management software (SEIS, SIRAS, or PowerSchool). - The ability to translate complex physiological concepts into "people-first" language that parents and staff can easily understand.
Requirements / Qualifications
You’ll need to have: - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. - A valid license from the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT). Even better if you have: - Previous experience in a California school-based setting. - A passion for supporting first-generation students and families from historically underserved communities. - Proficiency with IEP management software (SEIS, SIRAS, or PowerSchool). - The ability to translate complex physiological concepts into "people-first" language that parents and staff can easily understand.
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Salary : $84,360 - $98,040