Occupational Therapist - Central Jersey College Prep : Job Details

Position Type: Student Support Services/Occupational Therapist Date Posted: 4/3/2025 Location: Central Jersey College Prep Date Available: 08/22/2025 About CJCP Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016 NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018 US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024 National charter School, 2020 College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024 College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024 Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022 100% graduation rate, 2011- 2024 100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011 The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities. Hiring for School Year 2025-2026 Occupational Therapist Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess students' needs and abilities.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives to support students' educational progress.
• Recommend adaptive or assistive devices for students who require alternate means to accomplish educationally related tasks.
• Consult regarding adaptive positioning and seating materials.
• Observe pupils in classrooms and other school settings.
• Provide strategies to facilitate students participation in an activity.
• Reduce barriers that limit student participation within the school environment.
• Assist in the development and delivery of in-service programs and parent seminars.
• Assume primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment and supplies.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education and other professional growth activities.
• Observe pupils in classrooms and other school settings.
• Serve as a consultant to parents, school personnel and community groups.
• Perform all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state and federal laws and board policy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Education Officer or Director of Special Education.

Essential Duties:

• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;

• Accounts for student attendance and punctuality;

• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;

• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

• Prepares adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent;

• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law, administrative code and provisions of the board's policy on the evaluation of certified staff Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies;
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge in the field of occupational therapy.

• Ability to effectively apply the principles of assessment, treatment and prevention/correction of motor disorders and needs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;

• Excellent organizational skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;

• Valid NJ School Occupational Therapist Certificate

• NJ Criminal History;

• Work authorization in the U.S.;

• Tuberculosis Test;

• Experience is a plus.

Opportunities at MCSCS:

• NJ pension plan

• Tuition reimbursement assistance;

• Paid professional development opportunities;

• Paid time off;

• Opportunities for extra stipends.

Benefits consist of Health/Vision/Dental insurance, Flexible spending account, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, and more 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract Salary Starting: $70,000.00 per year