The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners
Jayson Davies, OTR/L, from OTSchoolhouse.com dives into the areas of school-based Occupational Therapy most frequently discussed by therapists. Join Jayson and special guests in exploring new practice strategies and earn professional development for certification renewal.
Episodes
161 episodes
Planning for College Success for Students with Disabilities
Are you feeling uncertain about how to prepare your students with disabilities for the transition to college?As OTPs we want to equip students for life beyond the classroom, including their next steps after high school. In this episode, ...
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Episode 160
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59:08
Turning Knowledge Into Action as a School-Based OTP
Have you ever wondered how the knowledge you gain from a podcast can be effectively applied in real-world practice?In this episode, Taylor Poirier, shares her insightful journey of how she has implemented what she’s learned from about 15...
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Episode 159
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48:44
The Future of School-based OT Documentation
What if there was a tool that could not only help you organize your thoughts and observations into a comprehensive report but also save you hours of work each week?Join us as Angela and Mani, the creators of
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Episode 158
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52:11
Shaping Education Policy Through Advocacy as a School-Based OT
In this episode, the roles are switched as host Jayson Davies takes the guest seat, being interviewed by Abe Saffer, a federal lobbyist for the American Occupational Therapy Association. Together, they discuss the power of advocacy ...
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Episode 157
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59:53
AI Beyond chat GPT
Join us as we are diving into a topic that’s transforming the world of occupational therapy!We all know how AI chatbots can help streamline paperwork and goal writing, but what if AI could do more? Enter the ...
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Episode 156
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54:20
Essential Mindset Hacks To Maximize your OT Potential
In this episode, Jayson is diving into five mindset hacks that will change the way you approach your practice. Jayson will reflect on his own experiences and mindset shifts as a school-based OT, and provide practical advice for managing over...
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Episode 155
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36:26
Using Storytelling to Transform Therapy
Join us as Jayson dives into a discussion with pediatric occupational therapist and author Kathryn Mahoney. With five books under her belt and a sixth in the works, Kathryn shares her journey of creating social stories for children that not ...
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Episode 154
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41:29
Gratitude and Growth: Celebrating Milestones with the OT Schoolhouse Community
Have you ever wondered how a podcast can evolve, grow, foster a community, and make a meaningful impact in the field of occupational therapy?Join us as we celebrate the Journey of the OT Schoolhouse. In this special episode, we'll&nb...
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Episode 153
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40:00
Gratitude and Growth: Celebrating Milestones with the OT Schoolhouse Community
Have you ever wondered how a podcast can evolve, grow, foster a community, and make a meaningful impact in the field of occupational therapy?Join us as we celebrate the Journey of the OT Schoolhouse. In this special episode, we'll&nb...
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Episode 153
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40:00
Greatest Hits: Fostering Safe & Regulating Environments in the Classroom
School-based occupational therapists wear many hats. Sometimes we treat students individually and other times we have to train the teachers in ways they can support students in the classroom.In this greatest hits episode, Join ...
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Episode 152
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1:02:35
Using the 3-to-1 Service Model to Enhance Collaboration And Flexibility
Discover how the 3-to-1 service model can transform collaboration among OT, PT, and speech providers, streamline evaluations, and enhance communication with teachers and parents. In this episode, we'll dig into the scheduling an...
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Episode 151
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1:02:54
Are OT Practitioners, Mental Health Providers?
Abe Saffer and Dr. Miranda Virone are here to dive into the roots of occupational therapy’s involvement in mental health, uncover current challenges, and explore practical strategies for integrating effective mental health interventions in scho...
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Episode 150
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1:09:04
The Essentials of Contracting as a School-Based OTP
Thinking about working directly with schools or going through a staffing agency? Jayson and Elise explore the pros and cons of direct contracting vs. staffing agencies, and share insights to help you make informed decisions about your career pa...
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Episode 149
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52:32
Executive Function's Role in Sensory Regulation
How do children’s brains manage the interplay between self-regulation and executive functioning tasks? In this episode, join Lindy Joffe, OTD, OTR/L as she discusses the interconnectedness between sensory and executive fun...
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1:03:40
Revealing OT’s potential with Artificial Intelligence
Do you think AI can revolutionize school-based OT?In this episode, join expert guest Teresa Fair-Field as she explores innovative uses of artificial intelligence that are reshaping the way OTPs support students and clinical decis...
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Episode 147
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1:04:13
Occupational Therapy Strategies for Crafting Inclusive PE
Imagine a school environment where every student, regardless of their abilities, can actively participate in physical education. How can we turn this into reality?In today's episode, we are joined by Faith Newton, an occupational...
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Episode 146
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55:39
Crafting Your Goal Bank for School-based OT
Have you thought that optimizing your practice with efficient goal banking strategies might be helpful? In this episode, we explore a range of goal banking options, from simple PDFs to advanced spreadsheets, to help yo...
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Episode 145
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36:14
The Kawa Model in Education: Supporting Students by Supporting Teachers
Dive into the OT Schoolhouse Podcast's latest episode, where Jayson welcomes Amy Crosby, whose innovative application of the Kawa Model in education is cultivating an oasis of calm for educators amidst the tempest of school day chaos. J...
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Episode 144
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1:05:11
Navigating AI as a School-Based Practitioner
Are you curious to understand how OTPs can use AI?Tune in as Jayson Davies, MA, OTR/L, dives into the future of AI and occupational therapy. Discover how AI tools like Chat GPT can change your approach to evaluations, IEP pla...
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Episode 143
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42:52
Supporting Students with Visual Impairments
In this episode of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, Kelsey Kornaus delves into the world of visual impairments in students.From the importance of self-advocacy to the impact of sensory difficulties and the role of assistive technology, this ...
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Episode 142
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54:45
Innovative Strategies for Improving Handwriting
How can the strategic use of color and contrast in writing programs not only capture children's attention but also foster a focused environment for handwriting tasks?In this episode of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, guest Helene Lieberman ...
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Episode 141
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55:05
OT Solutions for ADHD Challenges
In this episode, special guest Lori Flynn is diving into multiple different aspects of understanding ADHD, creating personalized teaching plans, developing visual schedules, and fostering a supportive environment for every child. W...
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Episode 140
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1:17:31
Fostering Autonomy through Child-Led Therapy
Ever wondered about the transformative power of child-led methods in creating inclusive and empowered learning environments for students with special needs?Dr. Amy Coopersmith is here to share with us how students receiving special educ...
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Episode 139
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1:12:16
Exploring Alternatives To Pull-out Services in School-based OT
As a school-based Practitioner, have you ever thought about exploring alternatives to traditional pull-out sessions?If you're looking to expand your scope of practice, increase work efficiency, and provide more individualized services in...
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Episode 138
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40:24
Trauma-Informed OT with Adolescents
Are you aware of the hidden traumas that adolescents face daily that can sometimes go unnoticed?In this episode Dr. Park sheds light on the subtle negative experiences that may go unnoticed but have a long-term impact on these young live...
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Episode 137
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1:06:36