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Nicole Harada and Eric Kaskowitz are an integral part of our occupational therapy support in East Penn School District located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Nicole is a COTA/L that has been a part of Kelly Pediatric Therapy since 2014, supporting students in Alburtis, Jefferson, Lincoln, Emmaus High Schools. Eric Kaskowitz OTR/ L is a licensed occupational therapist in Macungie, Lincoln, Eyer, Emmaus, Alburtis High Schools and joined our team in 2024.
Nicole and Eric work exceptionally well together and exemplify the positive impact of effective collaboration. Their partnership not only benefits the students they serve but also fosters a supportive, welcoming work environment for both new and existing staff members. They consistently demonstrate a strong commitment to student success, readily offering assistance and stepping in to support colleagues when challenges arise. Their dedication to teamwork and problem solving has been instrumental in improving Kindergarten Bootcamp procedures, and they remain open and flexible in assisting other therapists when needed. Additionally, they have been proactive in reviewing and adjusting caseloads and service locations across the district to help ensure manageable workloads for the entire OT team.
What inspired you to be a therapist?
Nicole: I had a mentor who encouraged me to check out school-based Occupational Therapy, I had thought about becoming a teacher, but my mentor knew my skills were perfect for Occupational Therapy. I was drawn to school-based Occupational Therapy because it focuses on helping students participate in and do well in school in meaningful ways. I have always enjoyed working with children and supporting their growth, and OT provides a unique opportunity to help individuals build skills, confidence, and independence. Working with children has always been a passion of mine because early experiences can have such a significant impact on so much. Being able to support children as they develop important life skills and gain confidence in themselves is incredibly rewarding.
Eric: I enjoyed working with my school-based based OT when I was in school! school-based Occupational Therapy combines problem-solving, creativity, and helping others reach their full potential in a fun and beneficial way. What I love most about OT is that it focuses on meaningful, everyday activities and helps individuals become more confident and independent. Being able to make a positive impact during a child's early developmental years is especially rewarding to me.
What do you like about being school-based therapists?
The Kids! We love working on helping the students and teachers achieve their goals, hit their milestones, and flourish in their classrooms! We enjoy working as a team to help teachers and families develop practical strategies that support student participation and independence. One of the most rewarding aspects of the job is seeing students gain confidence, develop new skills, and achieve goals that help them be successful both inside and outside the classroom. We love collaborating in the classroom and school to help each student reach their full potential.
What do you like about working with Kelly Pediatric Therapy?
What we appreciate most about Kelly Pediatric Therapy is the strong support and flexibility they provide. Their team is responsive, professional, and committed to helping therapists succeed. The flexibility allows us to effectively balance our responsibilities while continuing to provide high-quality services to students. It is reassuring to work for an organization that values collaboration and supports its clinicians in meaningful ways. We especially appreciate Jennie Starlo our clinical director who has come in and done a fantastic job of supporting our team.
Grow your career with Kelly Pediatric Therapy.
More and more school districts are seeing the benefit of using a company to hire their school-based therapists. At Kelly Pediatric Therapy we work with occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, psychologists, mental health professionals, and other clinicians to help you find the right school-based placements.
If you're looking to move forward in your professional career in a way that supports growth, balance, and impact—consider working with us as a school-based therapist.
When you work with Kelly Pediatric Therapy, you’ll enjoy competitive pay, compensation for documentation, access to mentorship, free professional development, and work-free nights, weekends, and holidays.
Learn more about joining our team.
