Amanda Degenhart
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist with over 27 years of experience in pediatric care. Known for strong clinical reasoning and effective progress monitoring. Experienced in developing individualized education plans and engaging families to support student success and well-being.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Logan County School District
Auburn KY
08.2025 - Current
- Set-up progress monitoring rubrics and checklists for the teacher and therapist to share.
- Provided activities to implement Into the classroom setting.
- Worked closely with the teachers and staff educating them on what Occupational Therapy was, and how the student could benefit from Occupational Therapy services.
- Worked on developing IEP's, and functional motor goals that could be monitored and activities that could be implemented by the ARC team, not just the Occupational Therapist.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and develop individualized therapy plans.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate therapeutic strategies into classroom activities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student progress and therapy sessions for compliance.
- Engaged with families to discuss student progress and provide resources for at-home support.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss comprehensive care strategies for students.
- Worked closely with special education teachers, integrating therapeutic strategies into lesson plans for a cohesive approach to learning support services.
- Mentored occupational therapists, sharing best practices and expertise in school-based settings..
Occupational Therapist
Warren County School District
Bowling Green KY
01.2009 - 05.2025
- Helped develop an online website during COVID where parents could access resources, and activities.
- Spoke professionally at an EPIC Reading Conference discussing the importance of early motor skills, and their impact on Reading and Writing.
- Specialized in pediatrics taking several Pediatric related CEU's.
- Developed individualized therapy plans to enhance student engagement and participation in educational activities.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate therapeutic strategies into classroom settings for improved student outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' needs and track progress toward occupational goals.
- Provided training and resources for staff on therapeutic techniques to support student development.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
Occupational Therapist
Bowling Green School District
Bowling Green KY
12.2006 - 12.2008
- Developed individualized therapy plans to enhance student engagement and participation in educational activities.
- Collaborated with educators to integrate therapeutic strategies into classroom settings for improved student outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' needs and track progress toward occupational goals.
- Provided training and resources for staff on therapeutic techniques to support student development.
- Implemented sensory integration techniques to enhance focus and reduce behavioral issues in students.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, driving continuous improvement through feedback and data analysis from therapy sessions.
Occupational Therapist
The Medical Center
Bowling Green, KY
05.2005 - 08.2005
- Worked for The Medical Center, providing pediatric summer therapy services (In-home and outpatient).
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
Occupational Therapist
Green River Regional Educational Cooperative (GRREC)
Bowling Green, KY
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Assisted students in developing fine motor skills through targeted therapeutic activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented sensory integration techniques to enhance student engagement and focus during sessions.
- Conducted evaluations to assess student progress and adapt therapy goals accordingly.
- Developed and maintained documentation of therapy sessions, ensuring compliance with school policies and regulations.
- Fostered positive relationships with students to build trust and encourage participation in therapy programs.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss student outcomes and coordinate care strategies.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Occupational Therapist
Lebonheur Children Medical Center
Memphis TN
09.1999 - 07.2004
- Trained in the Handwriting Without Tears Program
- Trained in the Therapeutic Listening Program
- Took training through Vanderbilt on implementing ABA/DTT
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented sensory integration techniques to enhance student engagement and focus during sessions.
- Provided training for staff on strategies to support students' occupational therapy needs within the classroom.
- Developed and maintained documentation of therapy sessions, ensuring compliance with school policies and regulations.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss
- student outcomes and coordinate care strategies.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, INSkills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Goal setting experience
- Intervention planning
- Sensory integration
- Activity analysis
- Progress monitoring
- Documentation skills
- Staff education and training
- Handwriting intervention
- Treatment implementation
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Logan County School District
08.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Warren County School District
01.2009 - 05.2025
Occupational Therapist
Bowling Green School District
12.2006 - 12.2008
Occupational Therapist
The Medical Center
05.2005 - 08.2005
Occupational Therapist
Green River Regional Educational Cooperative (GRREC)
08.2004 - 05.2005
Occupational Therapist
Lebonheur Children Medical Center
09.1999 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Southern Indiana