Arabic Speaking Occupational Therapist – School Setting
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Posted on:
21 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Arabic Speaking Occupational Therapist School Program
Location: UAE Private School / Inclusion Department
Employment Type: Full-time (open to part-time / revenue sharing)
Reports To: Head of Inclusion / Clinical Director
Role Purpose:
Support students with developmental physical sensory and emotional challenges to participate effectively in academic and social activities in school.
Deliver school-based OT interventions and collaborate with teachers and parents to improve functional independence and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct OT assessments (observation standardized tools) for students referred for fine/gross motor sensory and self-care difficulties.
Develop and implement individualized therapy plans and goals aligned with IEPs and classroom expectations.
Provide 1:1 and small-group OT sessions within classroom pull-out and resource-room settings.
Advise teachers on classroom adaptations seating handwriting sensory breaks and environmental modifications.
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and IEP reviews; prepare progress reports for school and parents.
Educate parents on home-based activities and follow-up strategies.
Requirements
Bachelors or Masters in Occupational Therapy from a recognized university.
3 years pediatric/school setting experience (UAE/GCC preferred).
Eligibility or license with DHA / DOH / MOHAP (or willing to obtain).
Native or fluent Arabic with strong English communication.
Experience with autism ADHD learning difficulties and developmental delays is preferred.
Benefits
Contract & Compensation:
Open to full-time part-time or revenue-sharing model.
Competitive package with visa medical insurance and CPD support (as per client policy).
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
