If you’re a new occupational therapy practitioner entering the school system, you’ve probably already realized there’s a steep learning curve. Transitioning from grad school, clinical placements, or other settings into schools is a shift in both mindset and practice. That’s why I created A Beginner’s Guide for School-Based Occupational Therapy Practitioners. Here’s why every newContinue reading “Why Every New School OT Needs This Beginner’s Guide”
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How to Avoid Common Mistakes New School OT Practitioners Make
Starting your career in school-based occupational therapy can be both exciting and overwhelming. While no one expects perfection, being aware of the most common missteps can help you hit the ground running. Here are some tips to help avoid common mistakes that many new school-based OTs make. 1. Understand the Educational Model Unlike clinics, school-basedContinue reading “How to Avoid Common Mistakes New School OT Practitioners Make”
The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective
As a pediatric occupational therapist, I often encounter parents, educators, and caregivers who struggle to understand the difference between what is developmentally appropriate and what is academically appropriate for children. In today’s fast-paced, achievement-driven society, there is a growing emphasis on academic milestones at younger ages, often at the expense of a child’s natural developmentalContinue reading “The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective”
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