If...
- you feel like all of your time is spent typing up reports and not ACTUALLY helping kids…
- you get 10 new referrals every week and only a quarter of them actually need OT...
- you're spending all your free time doing paperwork during evenings and weekends...
...then this is the bundle for you.
As a Dynamic School OT, you will become someone who...
....creates and upholds systems that are incredibly efficient, saving hours of time each week
...writes assessments that are thorough and legally defensible - even when dealing with increased scrutiny from attorneys and advocates
...values their work/life balance and knows when it is okay to say "no."
But it didn't start out this way for me.
I had worked in outpatient pediatrics for 2 years before I accepted my first travel job in the school system.
I said my goodbyes, packed up my life into a hatchback, and moved across the country to a rural town in Northern California where I was the only school-based OT.
And I felt so alone.
I called my friend from grad school until she was sick of hearing my voice. I spent hours scrolling Facebook groups trying to soak in all of the knowledge. I looked up research, best practices, and downloaded a million free resources until my brain was overloaded.
Even with experience in outpatient pediatrics (and early intervention!), school-based practice felt SO different. The systems and templates I had used in previous positions simply weren't applicable to school-based OT.
I was lucky to be in a supportive district that wanted to help me become a good school OT. But since they weren’t OTs, they didn’t really have the resources I needed. While I still learned a lot from them, I spent a lot of time wishing for someone that would give me the exact templates or forms I needed. It was like starting from scratch.
Instead, I spent a good chunk of my free time working on becoming the best school OT that I could be, creating documents and systems that would streamline my practice. And that continued to the next district I worked for. And the next.
Now, after working for several districts across multiple states, I feel incredibly confident in my school-based practice. I feel secure in the decisions I make, the evaluations I write, and the goals I set for my students. I can truly say that I love my job and I’m proud of the work that I do.
But it’s not enough for me to feel this way. I want EVERY school OT to feel like they are an expert at what they do.
And the truth is, you probably are! You might just need some help getting there.
But that help doesn’t have to take the form of exhausting yourself by spending 5-10 hours of your week – on top of your actual work! – wading through all of the noise online.
Instead, what if there was a thoughtfully designed bundle that included all of the templates and forms you wish you had, but have no time to create?
I've got happy news for you, friend. This is exactly what you'll find in The Dynamic School OT Assessment Bundle.
This bundle will give you resources on:
- how to write legally defensible evaluations that cover more than fine motor skills.
- how to set up a referral process to empower teachers to help all students - whether they're on your caseload or not.
- how to screen students to ensure you are helping kids that actually need OT.
We have the potential to make SO much difference in the schools, but we can’t do so unless we are assertive and confident in what we do - and are given the right tools to do it.
The Dynamic School OT Assessment Bundle is a pack of resources that will help you refine your referral process. Resources include templates, forms, and handouts from a school OT who has actually been where you are right now.
These resources will save you hours and hours of time within your practice so that you don't have to reinvent the wheel.
After you purchase, you'll immediately have access to all of the resources - which are yours to keep for life.
Full Resource List
Want to know exactly what you'll be getting? Here's the full list!
- Pre-Referral Strategies
- OT Screening Request Google Form
- Robust Sample Preschool OT Assessment
- Robust Sample Elementary School OT Assessment
- Robust Sample Middle School OT Assessment
- Robust Sample High School OT Assessment
- School-Based OT Assessment Tables
- Accommodations, Modifications, and Other OT Assessment Recommendations
- The Most Common School-Based OT Assessments
Hi, I’m Devon.
When I was 16 years old, like many people, I had never heard of occupational therapy. But I knew I wanted to do something that helped people, and I had always valued independence. So when OT was described to me on a college visit, I knew I was hearing about my future career.
Now, I've had the pleasure of dipping my toes into most OT settings, but pediatrics has always had my heart. So when the opportunity came to become a travel therapist and work in the school system, I jumped at it.
Little did I know that I was about to be thrown into some of the most stressful, overwhelming, and passionate years of my life. Eventually, I realized that I couldn't let this passion serve me and my students alone – it was something I had to share with people.
That's why I created The Dynamic School OT Asessment Bundle. This pack is the synthesis of thousands of hours of practice in this setting combined with a lot of sweat, grit, and tears. It's everything I wish I had when I first started assessing in this setting, and I can't wait to see how it revolutionizes your practice.
The fee for this bundle is $75.
I realize that may sound expensive at first blush. But let me remind you what you're getting:
- 4 different assessment templates, separated out by grade level that will help you save SO much time as a school-based OT.
- a huge list of pre-referral strategies you can share with the teachers you work with to reduce the number of inappropriate referrals you receive.
- a digital screening request form that will allow your teams to quickly and efficiently get support from you.
- a head start on creating the airtight referral process you need to be efficient as a school-based OT.
- Best of all, you'll be feeling confident, collected, and ready to be the effective school OT that you were always meant to be.
So my question to you would be this: How much is it worth to you to...
- love your job
- be incredibly effective at what you do
- all while maintaining excellent work-life balance?
I know my answer.
FAQs
Who is this bundle for?
This bundle is for occupational therapists who are practicing or would like to practice in the U.S. school system. OTAs may also find this content relevant if they are involved in the referral and assessment process.
Is this bundle only for therapists who are new to the school system?
No! While this pack is an excellent primer for any therapist brand new to the school system, it's also useful for OTs who have been doing this a while. Many OTs who have been working in the schools for over 10 or even 15 years have found these templates incredibly useful.
Can students use these resources?
Yes, absolutely! This bundle will be relevant for any student who is about to enter Level 2 fieldwork in the schools or who would like to go into this setting after they graduate.
Are these the same resources that are in The Dynamic School OT Self-Paced Course and/or Resource Bundle?
YES! This is a more targeted selection of the exact same resources found in the Course or Resource Bundle. If you've enrolled in either of those, you already have these templates.
Do you get CEUs from this?
No, this is not a course and thus is not eligible for CEUs.
When and how do I get the resources?
As soon as you purchase, you'll immediately have access to download the resources. They are yours to keep for life!
Can practitioners outside of the U.S. benefit from these resources?
Yes, with the caveat that much of this course is based on the special education system in the U.S. If you're on the fence, shoot me an email at [email protected] and I can help you decide if this would be helpful in your country.
Are scholarships available?
Scholarships are not currently available for this product.
How do I request accommodations for special needs?
Email me at [email protected] to discuss your needs before registering and I will work with you to provide needed accommodations per the ADA.
What age groups/diagnoses do the resources cover?
These resources will be relevant for therapists who are working with preschoolers all the way to 21+ post-secondary students. It is also applicable to therapists working with a variety of diagnoses commonly seen in the school system, such as autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, ADHD, developmental delay, etc. If you're not sure if this course will be relevant to your current position/caseload, message me at [email protected] and I'd be happy to answer!
Is there an installment plan available?
Currently, only a one-time payment is available.
What is the refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of these products, no refunds are available.
Can I share or modify these resources?
Once you purchase the resources, they are yours to modify as you please to help you meet the specifics of your job. You are also welcome to share these with the teachers and other therapists you work directly with at your school/district. You are not allowed to share these resources with therapists who are not your coworkers, such as in online groups or forums. You are also not allowed to profit from these resources. Instead, if you find people who are interested in these resources, please direct them here. Thanks for respecting my intellectual property!
How can I contact you?
Shoot me an email at [email protected] and I'd be happy to answer any questions that aren't listed here!