Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy·Cumberland, Rhode Island
Provide direct occupational therapy services to students individually or in groups and consult with teachers and school personnel. Maintain detailed case records and collaborate with a team to develop Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for scholars.
BVP is an intentionally diverse [https://www.the74million.org/article/intentionally-diverse-charter-schools-rhode-islands-blackstone-valley-prep-spans-race-and-class-with-a-strong-college-focus/] network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools [http://diversecharters.org/], BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.
The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.
Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today.
Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics.
We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities.
Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMCbfrYJzHA] who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college.
Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.
Learn more about why BVP is different [https://youtu.be/xUzJgmeACuk].
If required for your role, you must provide evidence of proficiency or awareness in the knowledge and practices of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy through the completion of a RIDE approved program or Rhode Island educator preparation program.
Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars’ in a complex world.
Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets
*BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.
Provide direct services to scholars as individuals and/or groups
Provide consultation to teachers
Consult and collaborate with other school personnel in gathering and giving information on a case and in establishing respective roles in the modification of the student’s program
Maintain sufficient case records and follow referral and tracking procedures
Maintain sufficient case records to meet state regulation requirements, document status as need, and provide staff with up-to-date management and assessment data when needed.
Serve as a member of a team that will develop an individual education program for each of the scholars enrolled.
Other such duties as required by the Special Education Administrator.
The pay rate for this position is $25/hour.
Please submit your resume, professional references’ contact information, and a cover letter highlighting your alignment with our mission online. If your position requires certification or licensure please be sure to upload it. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.
Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.
Candidates must be a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant and possess the necessary licensure or certification. Proficiency or awareness in the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy may be required depending on the specific role needs.
Market context
Part-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant roles in Rhode Island are often tied to school-based or pediatric support needs, so demand can vary by district and caseload. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for current COTA certification, required Rhode Island licensure, and sometimes familiarity with Science of Reading or Structured Literacy depending on the assignment. If you are considering applying, confirm the setting and licensure details early, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full posting.
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