Alyssa Crimmins
Beverly,USA
Summary
Dedicated strength-based Occupational Therapist with 20 years of clinical experience, including 7+ years in school-based practice. Skilled in conducting comprehensive evaluations, developing individualized intervention and educational plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student achievement and functional independence. Experienced in MTSS leadership, evidence-based interventions, and family-centered care. Passionate about education and promoting student access, resilience, and lifelong success through skills training and strengths-based therapeutic approaches.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
08.2018 - Current
- Provide individual and group occupational therapy services to students with diverse learning, developmental, and physical needs
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations, classroom observations, and diagnostic assessments to support individualized education planning
- Develop and implement evidence-based intervention plans focused on functional participation, independence, and academic access
- Utilize holistic, strengths-based, and multi-modal therapeutic approaches to support the whole child
- Collaborate closely with educators, administrators, related service providers, and families to promote student growth and inclusion
- Maintain accurate documentation, progress monitoring, and detailed data collection in compliance with special education regulations
- Support students and families in developing functional skills that transfer across school, home, and community environments
- Co-Chair, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Team
- Lead biweekly MTSS meetings focused on student progress monitoring, intervention planning, and data analysis
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions
- Analyze student performance data to identify needs and support targeted instructional decision-making
Full-Time Staff Occupational Therapist / Case Manager
All Care VNA Home Health Care
10.2010 - 06.2016
Full-Time Staff Occupational Therapist
Aegis Therapies, Elmhurst Sub-Acute Rehabilitation
04.2009 - 10.2010
Full-Time Staff Occupational Therapist
Select Therapies, Los Altos Sub-Acute Rehabilitation Center
07.2007 - 01.2009
Assistant Rehabilitation Manager / Staff Occupational Therapist
Therapy Resources Management, German Centre
09.2006 - 06.2007
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Occupational Therapy
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05-2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Occupational Therapy
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05-2005
Skills
- Occupational Therapy Evaluations
- IEP Development & Goal Writing
- Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- Sensory Integration & Self-Regulation
- Fine Motor & Functional Skill Development
- Strengths-Based & Holistic Interventions
- Student Progress Monitoring & Data Collection
- Classroom Observation & Consultation
- Family & Caregiver Collaboration
Certification
- NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapist
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Massachusetts Occupational Therapy License
Timeline
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
08.2018 - Current
Full-Time Staff Occupational Therapist / Case Manager
All Care VNA Home Health Care
10.2010 - 06.2016
Full-Time Staff Occupational Therapist
Aegis Therapies, Elmhurst Sub-Acute Rehabilitation
04.2009 - 10.2010
Full-Time Staff Occupational Therapist
Select Therapies, Los Altos Sub-Acute Rehabilitation Center
07.2007 - 01.2009
Assistant Rehabilitation Manager / Staff Occupational Therapist
Therapy Resources Management, German Centre
09.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Occupational Therapy
University of New Hampshire
Master of Science (M.S.) - Occupational Therapy
University of New Hampshire
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Research Contributor, Willard & Spackman's Occupational Therapy (11th Edition)
- Teaching Assistant, Child Development Department, University of New Hampshire (2005)
- NCAA Division I Field Hockey Scholarship Athlete
Community Leadership & Advocacy
Beverly Special Education Parent/Caregiver Advisory Council
- Presented community webinar on Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- Advocates with the Beverly Teachers Association and community caregivers to ensure compliance within the Special Education Department
- Collaborated with School Committee members, district administrators, and union representatives to revise Special Education Resolution policies and develop implementation action steps
- Advocate for evidence-based literacy instruction and equitable access to reading support
- Educate local, statewide, and national audiences on the Science of Reading