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Marquette-Alger RESA

Our Vision

Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Services Agency endeavors to provide its constituent districts with the supports necessary to enable them to develop communities filled with learners prepared to be successful, productive and responsible citizens.

Our Mission

Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency provides educational excellence through advocacy, collaboration, and innovation.

Belief Statements

All learners deserve the opportunity to reach their potential.
Change is necessary to meet the emerging needs of learners and communities.
Collaboration and innovation are keys to success.
Communication and a healthy exchange of ideas are essential.
We must recognize, promote, and model effective education systems.

Talent Together

Talent Together seeks to provide equitable access and opportunity to the teaching profession by eliminating barriers and providing multiple levels of support to ensure candidates can complete a high-quality teacher preparation program.

We acknowledge and respect participants’ diverse identities, cultures, and traditions and create environments where participants feel a sense of belonging so that, ultimately, children across Michigan learn from a more diverse and well-prepared teacher workforce.

Beliefs

We believe that systemic barriers have limited access to the teaching profession and negatively impacted student growth and learning.
We believe that human connection and belonging are critical. By placing students’ and participants’ whole selves – rather than just their academic selves – at the center of learning, we can revolutionize teacher preparation.
We believe that teaching and learning is not a “one-size-fits-all” approach. We must grow and evolve so we can respond to the needs of our varying communities, participants, and their students.

Commitments

We commit to designing learning experiences that uncover participants’ and students’ talents and cultivate their most authentic selves.
We commit to creating flexible structures that address the differentiated needs of participants from rural, urban, and suburban communities across the state.

Occupational Therapist (Part-Time Position)

Marquette, MI

Part Time

Mid Level

POSTING DATE: September 12, 2024

SUMMARY:
The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides comprehensive, quality occupational therapy services to children in diverse settings such as children’s homes, daycare centers and/or other community settings. The OT also provides school-based consultative and direct occupational therapy services to students. Comprehensive services include evaluation, planning, therapeutic activities and interventions, multidisciplinary teamwork, counseling, and referrals; as well as education of families, school district staff, and childcare providers to assist children to fully participate in their educational experiences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Michigan
Proven ability to effectively evaluate, develop goals/objectives and administer therapy
Possess skills necessary to provide diagnostic/consultative/direct services in small/large groups to students ages birth – 26
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as on a professional team
Knowledge and ability to implement intervention and therapy regarding students' fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor, hand functions, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.)
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficiency in computer/software use including Google Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrated ability to provide in-service training to staff and parents on a variety of topics
Knowledge of computer/assistive technology
Previous school experience with students with special needs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adapt school and classroom environment, tools and materials for the purpose of improving student functioning and facilitating student access to curricular and instructional activities
Assess students' fine motor, and development skills (e.g. oral motor, sensory integration, motor planning, developmental function, activities of daily living, fine motor function, postural tone, etc.) to determine deficits and develop recommendations
Proactively contribute as an interdisciplinary team member within the context of an Individualized
Family Service Plan (IFSP) and/or Individualized Education Program (IEP), including development, planning, implementation, and follow-up
Consult with other specialists, teachers, educational assistants, families, etc., for the purpose of providing requested information, reviewing/revising students’ occupational therapy goals/objectives, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations to implement goals
Implement therapeutic activities and instruct students, teachers, parents and other involved persons (e.g. positioning, adjusting special equipment, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care to students and/or supporting the student’s IEP plan for use in the classroom
Maintain up-to-date files, records, and documentation in compliance with various state, federal, and administrative regulations
Maintain treatment equipment and supplies in clean and proper working condition
Prepare written materials (e.g., activity logs, progress notes, reports, memos, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information
Provide direct occupational therapy services to students according to IEP goals
Troubleshoot problems with assistive devices for the purpose of ensuring that equipment is in proper working order and/or providing alternative strategies
Educate family members and caregivers on different intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement
Serve as member of diagnostic and intervention teams
Collaborate and communicate effectively with community agencies, administrators, educators, physicians, families, and students
Perform other duties as assigned

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Must keep the affairs of Marquette-Alger RESA and LEAs confidential at all times
Must exercise confidentiality and sound judgment in dealing with families, physicians, and staff
Able to work flexible hours
Must demonstrate excellent oral/written communication skills
Must effectively orchestrate multiple activities/projects simultaneously to accomplish goals and use resources effectively
Must be organized, self-motivated and enthusiastic
Must successfully adapt/function independently within a variety settings
Position routinely requires regional travel in Marquette and Alger counties
Occasional travel to other areas of the State may be required

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-time position (0.5 FTE). Must have regular and reliable job
attendance, performance, and the physical ability to do the job

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Special Education

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: According to Marquette-Alger RESA Education Association (MEA)
Bargaining Unit Scale

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27th, 2024

Marquette-Alger RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex
(including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age,
height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any
other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any
education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. Marquette-Alger RESA’s
Non-discrimination, Anti-Harassment, and Non-Retaliation Policy, as well as the grievance procedure for reporting
concerns or complaints, are available at maresa.org/about-us/notice-of-nondiscrimination/.

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