Occupational Therapist 1.0 Cannon Valley Special Ed Coop Faribault, MN - Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative : Job Details

Position Type: CVSEC Student Support Services Date Posted: 3/6/2025 Location: Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative Date Available: 8/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled About The Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative: The Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative (CVSEC) serves the vibrant Minnesota communities of Faribault, Medford, Northfield, and Owatonna. We offer a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a collaborative and compassionate environment. At Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative, you'll find:

• A team-oriented and supportive culture: Work alongside committed educators and staff passionate about helping every student succeed.
• Specialized and impactful programming: Contribute to our innovative programs where students with unique needs receive the education and support they deserve.
• Opportunities for growth and development: Advance your career through professional development, training, and wellness resources designed to help you thrive.
• A commitment to student success: Join a community that believes all students can achieve their best when given the right tools and support.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference in students' lives, we invite you to join our team at CVSEC. Together, we're building brighter futures every day! Position Overview: The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes:

• All students can and will learn, and their learning can be directly influenced by focusing on factors over which we have control.
• You can work interdependently with teachers, school, and district leaders throughout the system, aligning the work of adults around improving student learning by meeting students' needs, interests, and aspirations.
• You want to work with staff to continuously improve practices that enhance student and family engagement, creating the conditions for student success.

Primary Responsibilities: Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct assessments to evaluate a student's physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities.
• Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) with teachers, parents, and other professionals.
• Design and implement therapy programs to improve motor skills, sensory processing, and adaptive functioning.
• Set goals with measurable outcomes that align with educational objectives and support student learning.
• Provide interventions that help improve fine motor skills (e.g., handwriting, cutting with scissors) and gross motor skills (e.g., coordination, balance).
• Promote self-regulation techniques for students who struggle with emotional or sensory regulation.
• Help students with organizational skills and routines, such as using visual schedules, breaking tasks into manageable steps, and maintaining focus.
• Provide guidance and training for staff members on supporting students' sensory or physical needs in the classroom.
• Track and document progress to ensure that students are meeting therapy goals.
• Prepare reports for IEP meetings, progress meetings, and communication with parents.
• Assess sensory processing issues and provide strategies to help students better respond to sensory stimuli in the classroom environment.
• When necessary, create sensory-friendly spaces within the school setting and provide tools and techniques for students to manage sensory sensitivities.
• Recommend and train students on using assistive technology tools, such as communication devices, specialized keyboards, or software, to aid learning.
• Ensure that technology is integrated into the classroom to facilitate student participation and independence.
• Facilitate peer interactions and teach skills such as turn-taking, sharing, and appropriate communication to support students' social skills.
• Help students build self-confidence and resilience in school-related tasks.

Preferences: We strongly prefer candidates who have excellent collaboration skills with colleagues and an enthusiasm for working with students. Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Valid state licensure or certification as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience working with children in a school or pediatric setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
• Commitment to all students' education, creative planning and organizational skills, and highly effective interpersonal skills.

Salary and Benefits: The salary range for this position is based on the CVSEC Master Agreement, with a range of $52,522- $94,864. Your initial placement depends on your qualifications, including education and years of experience. We are proud to offer our employees a wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, free telehealth options through HealthiestYou, an employee assistance program, and retirement contributions. How to Apply: The position will remain open until filled. Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at: Salary: Based on CVSEC Master Agreement Cannon Valley Special Education Cooperative, ISD 6094-52, is an equal-opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.