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What is an occupational therapist in schools’ salary?

Reading Time: 3 minutes     An occupational therapist in schools’ salary or pay rates vary due to local factors. However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), places the median in the United States at $81,620.   Occupational Therapist in Schools Salary Considerations: The local cost of living influences payrates.  Experience matters.  Public or private schools are able to pay…

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What are the benefits of school-based occupational therapy?

Reading Time: 3 minutes   One of the biggest benefits of school-based occupational therapy (OT) is that students can develop and improve fine and gross motor skills within the hours of a normal school day. Through targeted activities, school-based OTs helps students develop the essential skills they need to thrive in all aspects of school.  Benefits of school-based occupational…

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What is a school system pediatric physical therapist.

Reading Time: 3 minutes   A school system pediatric physical therapist supports students with physical challenges to successfully navigate their school environment and fully participate in their education.  Essential school system pediatric physical therapist duties. School pediatric physical therapists develop and implement various targeted approaches to help students improve physical function and engage in classroom activities. From navigating classroom…

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Pediatric physical therapist responsibilities.

Reading Time: 3 minutes   School-based pediatric physical therapist responsibilities primarily involve strategies and tasks to help students work towards maximizing participation and independence within the school setting.  This often includes movement-based interventions to improve balance, walking, running, and jumping.   Typical pediatric physical therapist responsibilities. Evaluate student motor development abilities and needs.  Provide real-life assistance to a variety of…

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School-based pediatric physical therapist job description.

Reading Time: 3 minutes   A school-based pediatric physical therapist job description includes the duties and responsibilities for someone looking to work with students to overcome physical challenges they face in reaching their full potential in an academic setting.    The job description paints a picture of what a day in the life of a pediatric physical therapist entails.   What…

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How to become a pediatric physical therapist in schools.

Reading Time: 3 minutes   The path to becoming a pediatric physical therapist in schools often involves specialized education, training, and licensing. If you’re passionate about helping children with physical challenges succeed socially, physically and academically, a career as a school-based pediatric physical therapist may be right for you.  We’ll walk you through the typical education requirements and licensing,…

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What is a pediatric physical therapist salary?

Reading Time: 3 minutes   According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average pediatric physical therapist salary is $101,020.   Several factors can influence a pediatric physical therapist’s salary, including their work setting, experience, and location. Here, we’ll explore more about the salary of a pediatric physical therapist, what you can expect from a typical day on the…

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Substitute Teacher Story: Diego Gomez

Reading Time: 4 minutes Navy veteran makes a difference in the classroom as a substitute teacher. Meet Diego Gomez—a former United States Navy sailor, father of three, and proud substitute teacher with Kelly Education.   Diego’s career path, like so many today, has zig-zagged a bit. It first took him from serving his country for six years to a stressful…

Occupational Therapist working in school with student

What does an occupational therapist do in schools?

Reading Time: 3 minutes   An occupational therapist in schools helps students improve essential skills to enhance their independence and success at school. From handwriting to sensory processing, occupational therapists create personalized plans to assist students’ individual needs as outlined by an IEP or 504 Plan.   Top duties of an occupational therapist in schools. Helps students with motor skills. …

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Substitute Teaching Tip: What is trauma informed care in schools?

Reading Time: 4 minutes   The unfortunate truth is that many school-age students have experienced some form of trauma in their lifetime and it’s not often apparent on the surface. That’s why it’s important for teachers and substitute teachers to know what is trauma informed care (TIC) in schools, so they have the strategies to help students who may…

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