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School Background:

Established in 1997, Harambee Institute of Science & Technology Charter School is one of the first African-centered charter schools formed in the state of Pennsylvania.  With a focus on Science and Technology, Harambee is an elementary public school serving over 500 students in grades K-8.  Harambee prides itself on delivering an academic experience to students in a loving, safe, and culturally rich environment.   

Mission:

To offer our community an education with a focus on the origins, current status, and future of the African world.  To educate students to succeed as global citizens with a clear awareness of “who I am, where I am from, where I am going, and how I get there.”

Position Summary:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is a related service provider who supports students with disabilities in developing the functional skills necessary to access and benefit from their educational program. In a school setting, the OT addresses challenges that may interfere with a student’s ability to participate in classroom routines, complete academic tasks, or navigate the school environment independently and effectively.

The Occupational Therapist collaborates with the IEP team to design and implement therapeutic interventions that support students’ academic, social, behavioral, and functional development within the educational setting.

Qualifications 

  • Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy required.
  • Valid Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy license required.
  • School-based experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of IDEA regulations and special education compliance requirements preferred.
  • Experience working with diverse student populations preferred.

Interested Applicants:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to the following email address: careers@histcs.org.

 

HISTCS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HISTCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.