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Earn Professional Development by listening to the OT School House Podcast and taking a short quiz to demonstrate your understanding of the subject matter. OT Schoolhouse Podcast Professional Development Earn continuing education by listening to The OT Schoolhouse Podcast! First, select and listen to an episode Then, purchase and pass the quiz Receive your certificate of completion Start by listening to & purchasing the corresponding episode opportunity Frameworks in school-based OT Play on the Go Approach - CE course School-based Occupational Teletherapy Podcast Course Episode 49: Homeschooling Episode 38: Creating a Referral Process & SBOT Manual Ep. 37: Preventing & Overcoming Burnout Ep. 35: Occupational Therapy & Trauma-Informed Care in Schools Episode 28: Preventing, Defending, & Conducting IEEs Episode 11: How To Be An Evidence-Based OT In Public Schools Podcast or "Podclass" If you already listened to the podcast episodes, you can now get a certificate of completion for your professional development needs in as little as 5 minutes! The OT Schoolhouse Podcast is 100% free to listen to and you pay only IF you need the professional development units associated with the course. Don't need the PDU's? Then feel free to listen for free. The professional development opportunity will still be here if and when you need those extra NBCOT units. To earn professional development for your NBCOT renewal via the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, simply listen to the episode, order the professional development opportunity you wish to complete, and take a short quiz demonstrating you understood the content from the episode. The quizzes are 10 questions long and when you pass, we will send you your certificate of completion. Simple as that! No expensive fees! No traveling! And no nights away from your family (and students) in a hotel. Testimonials "I absolutely love this podcast and that I am able to earn PD/CEUs by doing what I already do all the time..... listen to podcasts!!" -Laura Wills, OTR/L " I found your podcast today and was so happy to find it! I love podcasts and listen to many different podcasts on my 50 min commute to work. I've been thinking for a while about wanting to learn about my job on my drive, but other OT podcasts I've tried were not great. I'm really impressed with your podcast! It's informative, yet not boring. I've been an OT for 4 1/2 years and worked at my job- an ABA private school for 4 years in July. (I also used to work PRN at a community hospital.) A lot of the content of your podcast is exactly what I want/need! Thank you for making your podcast!" -Sarah Szymanski Horn, OTR/L Frequently Asked Questions Is the OT Schoolhouse Podcast an AOTA approved provider of continuing education? We are an AOTA approved provider of continuing education, but the Podcast Professional Development Courses have not been individually approved. This is in the works, however. Will NBCOT accept these units to meet my recertification needs? Yes! You can read for yourself the NBCOT guidelines for what constitutes a qualified professional development course using the link below. Click here to see what counts toward NBCOT renewal (See # 14, The OT Schoolhouse constitutes as a "Third-party entity") Will my state licensure board accept this as professional development? This depends on your state. While NBCOT guidelines are clear that they will accept this form of professional development, every state has its own set of guidelines. We are an AOTA approved provider of continuing education, but the Podcast Professional Development Courses have not been individually approved. Click here to see what counts toward NBCOT renewal (See # 14) Click here to see what your state's OT board requires Are podcasts as effective as attending a course? Short Answer: Yes Recent statistics have shown that nearly than 50% of the US population is now listening to podcasts. And we know from our podcast stats that over 3000 OTs, COTAs, Teachers, and other professionals are looking to enhance their abilities to help students by listening to each episode of the OTSH podcast. From our surveys, a majority of our customers say that our professional development podcast courses are as effective as live courses. Everyone learns slightly different, but when you enjoy the experience you are likely to get the most benefit! Can I earn Professional Development for every Episode? Not every episode will have an opportunity for professional development to be earned. And that is because not every episode meets our standards for what we think qualifies as professional development. Episodes with special guests sharing research and episodes where we put the effort into research materials for you to use with your students and peers are the ones that are likely to make the cut. But don't worry, we'll let you know which ones will be available to earn units for at the beginning of each episode from here on out. So when you're driving home, listening at the gym, or listening by the pool, know now that what you are listening to can save you time because you have the ability to earn your necessary professional development while engaging in your everyday occupations. Will the OT Schoolhouse Podcast continue to be free? Yes, you will still be able to access each and every episode for free where ever you listen now. Only pay when you want to demonstrate that you have listened to the podcast in order to earn professional development units. The last thing we would want to do is take away education for all. I don't see the episode I want to earn professional development for. We're sorry, not every podcast qualifies for professional development and we review each podcast on a yearly basis to ensure the course is relevant and up to date. If you don't see the episode you are looking for, there may be a newer episode covering the same topic available or coming soon. Want to request an episode on a specific topic? Let us know in an email! Start by listening to & purchasing the corresponding episode opportunity School-based Occupational Teletherapy Podcast Course Episode 49: Homeschooling Episode 38: Creating a Referral Process & SBOT Manual Ep. 37: Preventing & Overcoming Burnout Ep. 35: Occupational Therapy & Trauma-Informed Care in Schools Episode 28: Preventing, Defending, & Conducting IEEs Episode 11: How To Be An Evidence-Based OT In Public Schools

OTS Collaborative Community Guidelines Hey there! We are excited to support you and learn how you will support others in the OT Schoolhouse Collaborative Community. OTS Collab is a place to connect with others, ask questions about school-based OT, and have conversations about everything school-based OT. The community is only great because our members make it great. Please help us to keep OTS Collab a place where all OT practitioners feel safe, welcomed, and heard by reading and complying with our Code of Conduct. Code of Conduct OTS Collab is an inclusive conference community intended to help members connect with one another and grow their capacity as school-based OT practitioners. The dos: ❤️ BE KIND Be kind to each other. Use welcoming and inclusive language, be respectful to others’ viewpoints and culture, even when they differ from your own Behave professionally. This is a safe space for OTPs to network, brainstorm, learn, and collaborate. Be inclusive. This is a community of humans from all over the globe 🧠 Be Mindful Be aware. Respect each other’s digital boundaries. We all experience the internet differently, so it’s important to remember that personal space exists online as well. Be thoughtful. Become a pro at active listening and know when it’s time to let others speak. Be purposeful. Maintain interactions with other members that are driven by good intent. 👍 BE COMMITTED Be involved. The value of this community lies in your commitment to participating; get involved, ask for and offer feedback, and utilize the resources available. Be open to feedback. Accept feedback gracefully, and offer helpful and kind constructive criticism. Share your perspective! The do nots: No solicitation This is not a place to solicit other programs. Mentioning programs relevant to the discussions is allowed. Non-disclosure and intellectual property agreement Do not quote anyone outside of the OTS Community without permission and do not share anything told to you in confidence or private messages. No Spamming or infringing on other people’s ideas or content, including that of the OT Schoolhouse, without expressed permission. How we moderate: Members asked to stop any inappropriate or unacceptable behavior are expected to comply with OTS team requests immediately. Behavior that violates our Community Guidelines will be met with appropriate action, which may include: Gentle reminders of the Community Guidelines Firm warnings and removal of inappropriate content Removal from the community without refund or eligibility to reapply in the future We have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and sexual advances. We maintain the right to determine the consequences of any issue at our discretion and are under no obligation to share our findings or determinations beyond the individual involved. How to report issues: Reach out to your Community Manager directly with serious concerns You can directly message us in the community or email J ayson@otschoolhouse.com We look forward to supporting you! No person is perfect, no community is perfect, and no guidelines are perfect. As we grow, learn, and change together, these community guidelines must also evolve so that we can continue to make OTS Collab a safe and inclusive space that is mindful and considerate of all experiences. Being a member of OTS Collab means you are committed to embracing learning, even when it’s hard. Be available to educate and learn from each other with kindness. Be open to feedback and avoid becoming defensive when things may seem challenging. Mistakes can be a powerful teaching moment when used with compassion and empathy. As a community, we’re thankful for our members embracing this process with us. Join OTS Collab OTS Collaborative Community + Professional Development + Mentorship

Interviews, trainings, and discussions about common school-based OT topics Mentoring for the new or transitioning therapist We each deserve to have someone to help us navigate the school-based OT world. Listen on Apple Podcasts Earn Professional development for Listening Why This Podcast Exists I am a huge Podcast fan! It's one of my favorite ways to benefit from both my long and short commutes between home and schools. So now, I would like to give every school-based OT the opportunity to learn on the go with me and over 4000 other therapists. In each episode, I discuss how we can improve ourselves as school-based OTs and improve the outcomes for our students. I also bring on guests and get their take on school-based OT and what they are doing to help their students succeed. So please, join me and many other school-based OTs for the show. It will be a pleasure to have you! View episodes below Do you want to learn more about every aspect of being a school-based OT with Jayson? Join more then 200 other therapists in the A-Z School-Based OT course to receive a comprehensive understanding of school-based OT with 8+ hours of valuable content & over 25 templates and editable documents. Learn more about the course here Podcast Episodes & Show Notes Episodes List Screenings in SBOT Episode 59 cover art OT in Preschool Episode 58 Art Telehealth Evals & Ethics Episode 57 Art Telehealth Guidance, Practice, & Research Art for Episode 56 Part 2 - Back To School During a Pandemic Podcast Cover art - Back To School Plans During a Pandemic Part 2 Back To School Plans During a Pandemic Back to schools during a pandemic occupational therapy OT school house The Collaborative Process OT & Teacher Perspectives Complex Behaviors Landing a School-Based OT Job OT & Homeschooling Teletherapy in a Pandemic Show More Earn continuing education by listening to The OT School House Podcast! Podcast PD First, select and listen to an episode Then, purchase and pass the quiz Check your email for your certificate of completion Start by listening to & purchasing the corresponding episode opportunity Podcast or "Podclass" If you already listened to the podcast episodes, you can now get a certificate of completion for your professional development needs in as little as 5 minutes! The OT School House Podcast is 100% free to listen to and you pay only IF you need the professional development units associated with the course. Don't need the PDU's? Then feel free to listen for free. The professional development opportunity will still be here if and when you need those extra NBCOT units. To earn professional development for your NBCOT renewal via the OT School House Podcast, simply listen to the episode, order the professional development opportunity you wish to complete, and take a short quiz demonstrating you understood the content from the episode. The quizzes are 10 questions long and when you pass, we will send you your certificate of completion. Simple as that! No expensive fees! No traveling! And no nights away from your family (and students) in a hotel. Testimonials "I absolutely love this podcast and that I am able to earn PD/CEUs by doing what I already do all the time..... listen to podcasts!!" -Laura Wills, OTR/L " I found your podcast today and was so happy to find it! I love podcasts and listen to many different podcasts on my 50 min commute to work. I've been thinking for a while about wanting to learn about my job on my drive, but other OT podcasts I've tried were not great. I'm really impressed with your podcast! It's informative, yet not boring. I've been an OT for 4 1/2 years and worked at my job- an ABA private school for 4 years in July. (I also used to work PRN at a community hospital.) A lot of the content of your podcast is exactly what I want/need! Thank you for making your podcast!" -Sarah Szymanski Horn, OTR/L Frequently Asked Questions Is the OT School House Podcast an AOTA approved provider of continuing education? No, it is not. However, it is not required to be an AOTA approved provider in order to issue professional development units. Will NBCOT accept these units to meet my recertification needs? Yes! You can read for yourself the NBCOT guidelines for what constitutes a qualified professional development course using the link below. Click here to see what counts toward NBCOT renewal (See # 14, The OT School House constitutes as a "Third-party entity") Will my state licensure board accept this as professional development? This depends on your state. While NBCOT guidelines are clear that they will accept this form of professional development, every state has its own set of guidelines. We are not yet an AOTA approved provider of continuing education. Click here to see what counts toward NBCOT renewal (See # 14) Click here to see what your state's OT board requires The Podcast is free to listen to, why aren't the certificates of completion? Our vision is to one day be able to provide free continuing education certificates to all listeners because we know from your emails that you feel that this is, in fact, professional development. Unfortunately, it does cost money and time to produce this podcast and the necessary materials in order to offer continuing education credit. We will continue to produce the OT School House Podcast for as long as we can because we love OT and we love to share knowledge. Professional development is only useful if it is accessible. That's why it is our mission to get credible research and information to as many therapists as possible. The guests on this show do earn a small percentage of each sale and the rest goes back into making this resource possible for you. We thank you in advance for supporting us by purchasing our professional development course and using our embedded links to other sites that help us earn small commissions. Are podcasts as effective as attending a course? Short Answer: Yes Recent statistics have shown that nearly than 50% of the US population is now listening to podcasts. And we know from our podcast stats that over 3000 OTs, COTAs, Teachers, and other professionals are looking to enhance their abilities to help students by listening to each episode of the OTSH podcast. From our surveys, a majority of our customers say that our professional development podcast courses are as effective as live courses. Everyone learns slightly different, but when you enjoy the experience you are likely to get the most benefit! Can I earn Professional Development for every Episode? Not every episode will have an opportunity for professional development to be earned. And that is because not every episode meets our standards for what we think qualifies as professional development. Episodes with special guests sharing research and episodes where we put the effort into research materials for you to use with your students and peers are the ones that are likely to make the cut. But don't worry, we'll let you know which ones will be available to earn units for at the beginning of each episode from here on out. So when you're driving home, listening at the gym, or listening by the pool, know now that what you are listening to can save you time because you have the ability to earn your necessary professional development while engaging in your everyday occupations. Will the OT School House Podcast continue to be free? Yes, you will still be able to access each and every episode for free where ever you listen now. Only pay when you want to demonstrate that you have listened to the podcast in order to earn professional development units. 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Thanks for visiting! Grab our most popular download as a thank you! Hey there! As a thank you for visiting the OT Schoolhouse, I would like to share with you our Gray-space Paper , a resource that has helped many of my students greatly improve their handwriting legibility. This collection of Gray-space paper grows with your students from kindergarten on up and is designed to be intuitive for kids in both general and special education. To receive your digital download of our 9-page Gray-space paper package, simply subscribe with your name and email. All messages I send are 100% related to School-Based OT. Thanks again, Jayson Looking for a podcast dedicated to school-based OT? Click here to listen to the OT Schoolhouse Podcast Looking for more support as a school-based OT professional? We've got you covered with courses & a private community for to school-based OTPs! A-Z School-Based OT Course OT Schoolhouse Community

Sensory integrative processing is foundational to how we learn about our bodies, engage with the environment, interact with others, make meaning out of activities, produce motor responses, and participate in learning. It also has direct links with our regulation and influences our behavior. Yet, deciphering sensory integrative processing-- and the 8 sensory systems that includes-- can be quite challenging. What does sensory integrative processing actually involve? Why is it so vital for behavior responses, emotional regulation, and learning? How can you better understand and influence the sensory integrative processing needs of students, and yourself, to provide occupational therapy services? In our time together we will explore these questions and many more so you will be better equipped to recognize nuances of sensory differences, how a student's emotional regulation holds the key to understanding sensory differences, provide accommodations and adaptations for students with various sensory needs, and utilize another tool by which to view behavior! B2S Conference Free Tools Free Education SBOT Goal Bank Courses The Collaborative Log in More < Back Applying Sensory Integrative Services & Accommodations in Schools Presented by: Jamie Chaves, OTD, OTR/L, SWC Attend live on August 21, 2024 or watch on demand the next day Access this Course in The Collab Explore The Collab Benefits Course Description Sensory integrative processing is foundational to how we learn about our bodies, engage with the environment, interact with others, make meaning out of activities, produce motor responses, and participate in learning. It also has direct links with our regulation and influences our behavior. Yet, deciphering sensory integrative processing-- and the 8 sensory systems that includes-- can be quite challenging. What does sensory integrative processing actually involve? Why is it so vital for behavior responses, emotional regulation, and learning? How can you better understand and influence the sensory integrative processing needs of students, and yourself, to provide occupational therapy services? In our time together we will explore these questions and many more so you will be better equipped to recognize nuances of sensory differences, how a student's emotional regulation holds the key to understanding sensory differences, provide accommodations and adaptations for students with various sensory needs, and utilize another tool by which to view behavior! This is part three of a three-part series on Sensory Integration. Click here to view part 1: The Sensory System and Subtypes Click here to view part 2: The Intersection of developmental, relational, & regulations aspects in Sensory Integrative Processing Learning Objectives 1. Learners will analyze the developmental progression of sensory processing. 2. Learners will evaluate the therapist-student and teacher-student co-regulation cycle with one of their students. 3. Learners will assess the effectiveness of techniques, accommodations, or environmental adaptations provided to influence the learning and engagement of students. Your Instructor Jamie Chaves, OTD, OTR/L, SWC A native of Illinois, Jamie attended undergraduate at Bradley University with degrees in Health Science and Psychology. She earned her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. Much of her twelve year career as an occupational therapist has been rooted in sensory integration theory and practice. Learning is truly one of her passions, and she understands that collaborating with an integrated team is the key to holistic care — she offers one of many important pieces to the puzzle. In 2020 and 2021 she co-authored The Why Behind Classroom Behaviors and Creating Sensory Smart Classrooms, respectively, in order to support and equip educators who have students with various learning needs. As a mom of three young kids, you can often find her at the beach, Legoland, or any playground around San Marcos, CA. Running is what she does to regulate and reflect. Contact Hours This course is 2 hour in length. (0.2 AOTA CEUs) OTSchoolhouse.com is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development, #0252. National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy As an AOTA-Approved provider of professional development, OTSchoolhouse.com courses are accepted by NBCOT® at a rate of 1.25 NBCOT PDUs per each hour of course content. NBCOT® is a registered trademark of The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. Purchase Options - Collab Find The Collab Membership that’s Right for You Whether you’re just getting started in school-based OT or looking for CEUs, mentorship, and implementation support, The Collab has a membership tier built for your needs. Purchase Options - course Essentials CEUs (including this one), core resources, and community for school-based OTPs $249 / year Perfect for OTPs looking to keep up with evidence through school-based specific CEUs and core resources Join Essentials Learn Access to this course & 40+ live-online and recorded AOTA-Approved CEUs ($1500+ value) The A–Z School-Based OT Course ($399 value) (9.5 hours of CEUs) Earn 50+ hours worth of CEUs Support Access to the "OTP Lounge" forum to ask experienced OTPs for support without judgement Implement Access resources directly tied to accessible CEU courses Not included in Essentials: Live Mentorship Collaboration Hours The Back to School Conference The OT Schoolhouse Goal Bank The Caseload-to-Workload Course Custom-trained AI tools to save you time & energy Our Library of over 100 ready-to-use school-based OT resources Impact Full Access to ALL Resources, CEUs, Mentorship, & Back to School Conference $499 / year Designed for OTPs seeking for support implementing the most recent evidence and best practices Join Impact Learn Access to this course & 40+ live-online and recorded AOTA-Approved CEUs ($1500+ value) The A–Z School-Based OT Course ($399 value) (9.5 hours of CEUs) The Back to School Conference ($419 value) The Caseload-to-Workload Course ($299 value) Earn Professional development by listening to the OT Schoolhouse Podcast (ultimate time saver) Support + Mentorship The "OTP Lounge" to ask experienced OTPs for support without judgement Live-on-Zoom Q&A sessions (Collab Hours) with Jayson and the OTS Team Non-CEU events and discussions (eg. Journal club calls, assessment reviews, etc) Opportunities for 1:1 mentorship calls with Jayson and the OTS Team Implement Access ALL downloadable templates, tools, & checklists ($299+ value) The OT Schoolhouse Goal & Treatment Bank ($99 value) Curated evidence abstracts and links Access to AI tools to save you time most popular Start simple. Grow when you’re ready. Many school-based OTPs join Essentials for CEUs and core resources, then upgrade to the Impact Tier when they want mentorship, advanced tools, the Back to School Conference, and deeper support. Members often tell us that the tools and mentorship they receive within the Impact Tier finally allow them to feel supported as school-based OTs. Join Essentials Join Impact Agenda 0-5 minutes: Introduction 5-25 minutes: Analysis of the developmental progression of sensory processing 25-45 minutes: Examination of the dynamics of co-regulation in therapy and educational settings 45-65 minutes: Presentation of techniques, accommodations, and environmental adaptations Discussion on environmental adaptations to promote sensory-friendly learning environments 65-80 minutes: Exploration of how the presented strategies can enhance student participation and academic performance Group discussion and feedback on practical application 80-90 minutes: Questions and Answers Registration To access this course and others, become a member of the School-based OT Collaborative . The Collab is an online community dedicated to providing school-based OT practitioners with highly valuable professional development and interactive support to implement learned strategies. In The Collab, we learn together, support and encourage one another, and celebrate our achievements as a collective whole. Click here to learn more about the School-based OT Collaborative and watch this course inside our dedicated community of school-based OT practitioners. Instructional Methods A combination of speaker presentation with a slide deck and both synchronous & asynchronous Q+A with the presenter. Target Audience & Educational Level This is an Intermediate level course intended for occupational therapy practitioners working in school systems or with a goal to better understand occupational therapy in school systems Course Completion Requirements To receive a certificate for this course, you must watch the recorded course in its entirety. Then, you will need to take a learning assessment test and earn a score 75% or higher. If you pass, a certificate will be automatically generated and sent to your email. Special Needs Requests This course will include closed captioning and a transcript may be available upon request. You may also rewatch the course or sections of the course as needed. Additional accommodations may be requested by reaching out to us via email. Financial & Non-financial Disclosures Speaker Disclosure Jamie earns income from clients who participate in SSP ( Safe & Sound Protocol) Sponsor Disclosure The OTS Collaborative Community is a product of the OT Schoolhouse. Content Disclosure This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service. Schoolhouse Education, LLC is proud to be an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development AOTA-Approval for this Professional Development Opportunity is in progress. Stay Tuned! Terms and Conditions Schoolhouse Education, LLC will keep a record of your completed CE courses. When applicable, transcript services may include reporting to professional associations and/or state licensure boards. While Schoolhouse Education, LLC will make all reasonable efforts to offer CE credit for its courses, it is not responsible for state or national, or regulatory current policies or changes in CE requirements that may make courses ineligible for CE credits. Participant Agreement By registering for or attending any event or activity associated with the Schoolhouse Education, LLC and OT Schoolhouse, I agree to the following: Professional Development/Information Disclaimer The material presented in this course is not intended to represent the only or the best methods appropriate for the occupational therapy and/or medical condition or professional development issues being discussed but rather is intended to present the opinions of the presenters, which may be helpful to other health care professionals at arriving at their own conclusions and consequent application. Attendees participating in this professional development education program do so with full knowledge that they waive any claim they may have against the A-Z School-Based OT Course, Schoolhouse Education, LLC, and OT School House and its staff or representatives for reliance on any information presented during these educational activities. Waiver of Liability Agreement I release Schoolhouse Education, LLC, OT Schoolhouse, and its staff, presenters, and any other individuals or entities associated with this course from any and all liability connected with my participation, as well as from any liability related to changes to the schedule, events or activities. I acknowledge and agree that I am participating on my own choice and assume all risk in connection thereof and that in the event that a need for emergency medical service arises, I authorize and consent to such services being provided at my own expense. Cancelation & Refund Policy In the event that Schoolhouse Education, LLC must cancel the event for any reason, participants will be offered a credit toward the rescheduled event. OT Schoolhouse Collaborative subscribers may cancel their subscription at any time. Purchase Options - Collab Find the Membership that’s Right for You Whether you’re just getting started in school-based OT or looking for CEUs, mentorship, and implementation support, The Collab has a membership tier built for your needs. Purchase Options - course Essentials CEUs (including this one), core resources, and community for school-based OTPs $249 / year Join Essentials Learn Access to this course and over 40 live-online and recorded AOTA-Approved CEUs ($1500+ value) The A–Z School-Based OT Course ($399 value) Support Access to the "OTP Lounge" forum to ask experienced OTPs for support without judgement Implement Access resources directly tied to accessible CEU courses Not included in Essentials: Live Mentorship Collaboration Hours The Back to School Conference The OT Schoolhouse Goal Bank The Caseload-to-Workload Course Custom-trained AI tools to save you time & energy Our Library of over 100 ready-to-use school-based OT resources Impact Full Access to ALL Resources, CEUs, Mentorship, & Back to School Conference $499 / year Join Impact Learn Everything in Essentials, plus: The Back to School Conference ($419 value) The Caseload-to-Workload Course ($299 value) Support + Mentorship Access the OTP Lounge, plus: Live-on-Zoom Q&A sessions (Collab Hours) with Jayson and the OTS Team Opportunities for 1:1 mentorship calls with Jayson and the OTS Team Implement Access ALL downloadable templates, tools, & checklists ($299+ value) The OT Schoolhouse Goal & Treatment Bank Curated evidence abstracts and links Access to AI tools to save you time most popular ^ Back to top of page ^

Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring occupational therapy professionals Kelsey Kornaus, and Jayson Davies as they share their top strategies for a successful start to the school year. Whether you’re a veteran therapist or new to the school environment, this session is designed to equip you with practical tips and insider knowledge to navigate the unique challenges of school-based practice. In this session, they will dive deep into essential topics, including effective caseload management, building strong collaborative relationships with educators and Parents. You'll also gain insights into organizing your time, handling the unexpected, and more! Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your school year with confidence and a clear plan. Get ready to leave with actionable strategies that will set you up for success for this school year! B2S Conference Free Tools Free Education SBOT Goal Bank Courses The Collaborative Log in More < Back How to Have a Successful Start to the School Year Presented by: Kelsey Kornaus, OTR/L & Jayson Davies, M.A, OTR/L Attend live on October 15th, 2024 or watch on demand the next day Access this Course in The Collab Explore The Collab Benefits Course Description Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring occupational therapy professionals Kelsey Kornaus, and Jayson Davies as they share their top strategies for a successful start to the school year. Whether you’re a veteran therapist or new to the school environment, this session is designed to equip you with practical tips and insider knowledge to navigate the unique challenges of school-based practice. In this session, they will dive deep into essential topics, including effective caseload management, building strong collaborative relationships with educators and Parents. You'll also gain insights into organizing your time, handling the unexpected, and more! Don’t miss this opportunity to kickstart your school year with confidence and a clear plan. Get ready to leave with actionable strategies that will set you up for success for this school year! Learning Objectives 1. Learners will identify effective strategies for managing and prioritizing caseloads, including balancing new referrals and ongoing cases at the beginning of the school year. 2. Learners will identify best practices for communicating the role and value of occupational therapy to teachers, parents, and other school staff to foster collaboration. 3. Learners will analyze organizational tools and time management strategies to ensure efficient scheduling, documentation, and multitasking in a school-based occupational therapy setting. Your Instructor Kelsey Kornaus, OTR/L & Jayson Davies, M.A, OTR/L Kelsey Kornaus is a dedicated school-based Occupational Therapist with a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from The University of Indianapolis, where she graduated in 2015. With a strong commitment to enhancing the educational experience and well-being of students, Kelsey brings extensive expertise in developing individualized therapeutic strategies tailored to the unique needs of each student. Jayson Davies, M.A, OTR/L Jayson is the host of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast and has been a school-based occupational therapist since 2012. With experience as both a contracted therapist and an "in-house" employee for two distinctly different districts, Jayson has had the opportunity to appreciate the differences between both small-rural and large-suburban districts. In 2017, Jayson founded the OT Schoolhouse website and now supports school-based OT practitioners via courses, conferences, and the OTS Collaborative Community. Recently, Jayson has put forth his efforts toward supporting therapists interested in tiered intervention, collaborative programming and managing their workloads. Contact Hours This course is 1 hour in length. (0.1 AOTA CEUs) OTSchoolhouse.com is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development, #0252. National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy As an AOTA-Approved provider of professional development, OTSchoolhouse.com courses are accepted by NBCOT® at a rate of 1.25 NBCOT PDUs per each hour of course content. NBCOT® is a registered trademark of The National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. Purchase Options - Collab Find The Collab Membership that’s Right for You Whether you’re just getting started in school-based OT or looking for CEUs, mentorship, and implementation support, The Collab has a membership tier built for your needs. Purchase Options - course Essentials CEUs (including this one), core resources, and community for school-based OTPs $249 / year Perfect for OTPs looking to keep up with evidence through school-based specific CEUs and core resources Join Essentials Learn Access to this course & 40+ live-online and recorded AOTA-Approved CEUs ($1500+ value) The A–Z School-Based OT Course ($399 value) (9.5 hours of CEUs) Earn 50+ hours worth of CEUs Support Access to the "OTP Lounge" forum to ask experienced OTPs for support without judgement Implement Access resources directly tied to accessible CEU courses Not included in Essentials: Live Mentorship Collaboration Hours The Back to School Conference The OT Schoolhouse Goal Bank The Caseload-to-Workload Course Custom-trained AI tools to save you time & energy Our Library of over 100 ready-to-use school-based OT resources Impact Full Access to ALL Resources, CEUs, Mentorship, & Back to School Conference $499 / year Designed for OTPs seeking for support implementing the most recent evidence and best practices Join Impact Learn Access to this course & 40+ live-online and recorded AOTA-Approved CEUs ($1500+ value) The A–Z School-Based OT Course ($399 value) (9.5 hours of CEUs) The Back to School Conference ($419 value) The Caseload-to-Workload Course ($299 value) Earn Professional development by listening to the OT Schoolhouse Podcast (ultimate time saver) Support + Mentorship The "OTP Lounge" to ask experienced OTPs for support without judgement Live-on-Zoom Q&A sessions (Collab Hours) with Jayson and the OTS Team Non-CEU events and discussions (eg. Journal club calls, assessment reviews, etc) Opportunities for 1:1 mentorship calls with Jayson and the OTS Team Implement Access ALL downloadable templates, tools, & checklists ($299+ value) The OT Schoolhouse Goal & Treatment Bank ($99 value) Curated evidence abstracts and links Access to AI tools to save you time most popular Start simple. Grow when you’re ready. Many school-based OTPs join Essentials for CEUs and core resources, then upgrade to the Impact Tier when they want mentorship, advanced tools, the Back to School Conference, and deeper support. Members often tell us that the tools and mentorship they receive within the Impact Tier finally allow them to feel supported as school-based OTs. Join Essentials Join Impact Agenda 0-5 minutes Introduction 5-15 minutes Managing and Prioritizing Caseloads Discuss strategies for managing caseloads, balancing new referrals with ongoing cases Share tips and examples of prioritization during the busy start of the school year 15-40 minutes Effective Collaboration and Communication Explore best practices for communicating the OT role and fostering collaboration with teachers, parents, and school staff 40-50 minutes Organizational Tools and Time Management Analyze time management strategies and effective organizational tools for balancing documentation, scheduling, and meetings Practical tips on handling multiple responsibilities efficiently 50-55 minutes Wrap-Up and Key Takeaways 55-60 minutes Questions and Answers Registration To access this course and others, become a member of the School-based OT Collaborative . The Collab is an online community dedicated to providing school-based OT practitioners with highly valuable professional development and interactive support to implement learned strategies. In The Collab, we learn together, support and encourage one another, and celebrate our achievements as a collective whole. Click here to learn more about the School-based OT Collaborative and watch this course inside our dedicated community of school-based OT practitioners. Instructional Methods Synchronous & asynchronous Q+A with the panel Target Audience & Educational Level This is an introductory level course intended for occupational therapy practitioners working in school systems or with a goal to better understand occupational therapy in school systems Course Completion Requirements To receive a certificate for this course, you must watch the recorded course in its entirety. Then, you will need to take a learning assessment test and earn a score 75% or higher. If you pass, a certificate will be automatically generated and sent to your email. Special Needs Requests This course will include closed captioning and a transcript may be available upon request. You may also rewatch the course or sections of the course as needed. Additional accommodations may be requested by reaching out to us via email. Financial & Non-financial Disclosures Speaker Disclosure Kelsey is receiving an honorarium for this panel. Sponsor Disclosure The OTS Collaborative Community is a product of the OT Schoolhouse. Content Disclosure This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service. Schoolhouse Education, LLC is proud to be an AOTA Approved Provider of Professional Development AOTA-Approval for this Professional Development Opportunity is in progress. Stay Tuned! Terms and Conditions Schoolhouse Education, LLC will keep a record of your completed CE courses. When applicable, transcript services may include reporting to professional associations and/or state licensure boards. While Schoolhouse Education, LLC will make all reasonable efforts to offer CE credit for its courses, it is not responsible for state or national, or regulatory current policies or changes in CE requirements that may make courses ineligible for CE credits. Participant Agreement By registering for or attending any event or activity associated with the Schoolhouse Education, LLC and OT Schoolhouse, I agree to the following: Professional Development/Information Disclaimer The material presented in this course is not intended to represent the only or the best methods appropriate for the occupational therapy and/or medical condition or professional development issues being discussed but rather is intended to present the opinions of the presenters, which may be helpful to other health care professionals at arriving at their own conclusions and consequent application. Attendees participating in this professional development education program do so with full knowledge that they waive any claim they may have against the A-Z School-Based OT Course, Schoolhouse Education, LLC, and OT School House and its staff or representatives for reliance on any information presented during these educational activities. Waiver of Liability Agreement I release Schoolhouse Education, LLC, OT Schoolhouse, and its staff, presenters, and any other individuals or entities associated with this course from any and all liability connected with my participation, as well as from any liability related to changes to the schedule, events or activities. I acknowledge and agree that I am participating on my own choice and assume all risk in connection thereof and that in the event that a need for emergency medical service arises, I authorize and consent to such services being provided at my own expense. Cancelation & Refund Policy In the event that Schoolhouse Education, LLC must cancel the event for any reason, participants will be offered a credit toward the rescheduled event. OT Schoolhouse Collaborative subscribers may cancel their subscription at any time. Purchase Options - Collab Find the Membership that’s Right for You Whether you’re just getting started in school-based OT or looking for CEUs, mentorship, and implementation support, The Collab has a membership tier built for your needs. Purchase Options - course Essentials CEUs (including this one), core resources, and community for school-based OTPs $249 / year Join Essentials Learn Access to this course and over 40 live-online and recorded AOTA-Approved CEUs ($1500+ value) The A–Z School-Based OT Course ($399 value) Support Access to the "OTP Lounge" forum to ask experienced OTPs for support without judgement Implement Access resources directly tied to accessible CEU courses Not included in Essentials: Live Mentorship Collaboration Hours The Back to School Conference The OT Schoolhouse Goal Bank The Caseload-to-Workload Course Custom-trained AI tools to save you time & energy Our Library of over 100 ready-to-use school-based OT resources Impact Full Access to ALL Resources, CEUs, Mentorship, & Back to School Conference $499 / year Join Impact Learn Everything in Essentials, plus: The Back to School Conference ($419 value) The Caseload-to-Workload Course ($299 value) Support + Mentorship Access the OTP Lounge, plus: Live-on-Zoom Q&A sessions (Collab Hours) with Jayson and the OTS Team Opportunities for 1:1 mentorship calls with Jayson and the OTS Team Implement Access ALL downloadable templates, tools, & checklists ($299+ value) The OT Schoolhouse Goal & Treatment Bank Curated evidence abstracts and links Access to AI tools to save you time most popular ^ Back to top of page ^

Get Started on the OT School House by seeing out top visted pages and resources! Welcome to the OT Schoolhouse Hi, My name is Jayson and I as a school-Based OT located in Southern California. I have worked for districts large and small and have had to learn on my own as there was very little mentorship available. As a result of my experiences, I developed the OT Schoolhouse to help you through the same struggles I had, and continue to have. This "Start Here" page serves as a launching pad to help you quickly find the most popular content on this site. That way, you can find what you need and get back to helping your students as quickly as possible. We know they miss you. To get started, be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for therapy activities that will help get you though the school year! Jayson Davies M.A. OTR/L Jayson@OTSchoolHouse.com Jayson has been a school-based occupational therapist since 2012. With experience as both a contracted therapist and an "in-house" employee for two distinctly different districts, Jayson has had the opportunity to appreciate the differences between both small-rural and large-suburban districts. In 2014, Jayson earned his Certification in Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests (SIPT) to better serve his students. Jayson also currently serves on the Occupational Therapy Association of California (OTAC) Political Action Committee where he helps to raise funds to support legislative efforts. Recently, Jayson has put forth his efforts in implementing full classroom and small group collaborative RTI lessons with general and special education teachers. Jayson is excited to help build knowledge among school-based OTs and educators through the OT Schoolhouse blog and podcast. The OT Schoolhouse Mission It can be difficult to get away from work to earn professional development. At the OT Schoolhouse, my mission is to provide valuable, ethical, and obtainable professional development opportunities to school-based and pediatric therapist across the globe through the use of technology. If you or someone you know would like to sponsor this mission, and the OT School House website and podcast, please visit the OTSH Partnership page. Gray-Space Paper To start off with, I'd like to introduce you to our most popular blog post and free download of our Gray-Space Paper. Click the picture to learn more and get your free copy! Your students will love how easy it is to size and space their letters and words using this paper. Want to skip the blog post and just get the paper, subscribe now in the box below so we can get the email process started. I appreciate you joining us! The OT Schoolhouse Podcast Listen in as Jayson discusses all things School-based OT from RTI to assessments & treatments. I also host guest OTs and other special education stakeholders. You can start listening on the podcast page or by subscribing to the show on your favorite podcast streaming app. You can now earn Professional Development by listening as well! Click here for more info! Listen on iTunes Listen on Google Play Listen on Stitcher View All Episodes & Show Notes Here Here are some of the podcast episodes you can now earn professional development for by tuning in. Just click on the episode you would like to learn more about. Continuing Education If you are looking for a comprehensive course on how to be a school-based OT, I highly recommend the A-Z School-Based OT Course. I created this course to help any therapist thinking about transitioning into the schools or for current school-based therapists looking to better understand RTI, the referral process, evaluations, IEPs and the steps needed to ethically graduate students from OT services. If this sounds like a course you would benefit from, use the button below to get a full look at what the course includes. Trust me, it is more than just a course! A-Z SBOT Course Practice Guidelines Interactive Map Does your state have guidelines for School-based OTs? I put together a map to help you find the school-based practice guidelines for your state. Not all states have them. I recommend checking out California's guidelines if your state does not have their own. Click here or on the picture to check it out now! Recent Posts Looking for more information about how to better serve your students. These are some of our more popular posts on the OT Schoolhouse. We are sure you will get the most bang for your buck by checking out these posts first! OTS 200: School-Aged Mental Health in a Post-COVID World OTS 199: From NBCOT Struggles to School-Based OT OTS 198: Advocacy Wins Every School-Based OT Should Know Freebies! I have several freebies to give you right now to help you and the students you serve! Subscribe now to get our Gray-space paper featured above along with our caseload management spreadsheet and occupational profile builder for school-based therapists!

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