ALEXANDRA CARLSON
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Compassionate and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience supporting pediatric clients from birth to 13 with Autism, ADHD, developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, and feeding concerns. Skilled in standardized assessments, individualized treatment planning, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to promoting functional independence through evidence-based sensory integration, fine motor development, self-help training, and caregiver education.
Caring Occupational Therapy Assistant with versatility in adapting to diverse needs of clients, developing targeted treatment plans to support individual needs. Well-trained occupational therapist assistant with about 1 year of experience, building personal confidence among clients with varying disorders and social impairments. Systematic rehabilitation specialist with deliberate planning and thoughtful organization, developing benchmarks for individuals in occupational therapeutic environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Thrive and Shine Speech Therapy
09.2025 - Current
- Assist OTs with standardized assessments, including the DAYC-2 and PEDI.
- Manage a weekly caseload of approximately 40 pediatric clients with Autism, ADHD, motor coordination disorders, and feeding difficulties.
- Provide intervention targeting fine motor development, sensory processing, emotional regulation, and feeding skills.
- Write progress reports and discharge summaries documenting client progress.
- Develop individualized home programs for self-regulation and sensory strategies.
- Educate parents and caregivers on sensory processing, adaptive tools, and home strategies.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Smile Pediatric Therapy and Diagnostics
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Managed a caseload of 35–40 pediatric clients ages birth to 13.
- Administered standardized assessments, including the DAYC-2 and Bayley Scales.
- Collaborated with the supervising OT to establish goals and treatment plans.
- Developed treatment focusing on fine motor, self-help, feeding, and sensory processing skills.
- Created Zones of Regulation worksheets to support emotional regulation.
- Collaborated with speech therapists, ABA therapists, and teachers for coordinated care.
- Educated caregivers on sensory diets, adaptive tools, and developmental self-help strategies.
Production and Dance Assistant
Beverly Hills High School
08.2021 - 02.2025
- Assisted the Director with daily production activities, rehearsals, and choreographic rehersals.
- Developed and created promo videos to promote the Dance Company.
- Collaborated and created homecoming dances with students every year
- Cleaned all dance company numbers from start to finish to brush up on technique, musicality, and overall performance quality.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Stanbridge University
Alhambra, CA01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Dance
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2020
Skills
- Pediatric OT Intervention; Sensory Integration; Fine Motor Development; Feeding Support; Zones of Regulation; Caregiver Education; Documentation & Progress Reporting; Standardized Testing (DAYC-2, PEDI, Bayley); Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) – [CA], License #(OTA7090)
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Thrive and Shine Speech Therapy
09.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Smile Pediatric Therapy and Diagnostics
03.2025 - 07.2025
Production and Dance Assistant
Beverly Hills High School
08.2021 - 02.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Stanbridge University
Bachelor of Science - Dance
University of Colorado Boulder