Jennie Fickler
Sherwood,AR
Summary
Dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with extensive experience in pediatric therapy, skilled in tailoring therapy plans to meet the unique needs of each child while fostering collaboration with educators and parents. Proven ability to enhance fine motor and sensory processing skills, contributing to significant developmental milestones. Committed to leveraging expertise in child development to drive positive therapeutic outcomes in a dynamic environment. Passionate about creating supportive and engaging therapy experiences that empower children to thrive.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Pediatrics Plus
Sherwood, AR
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized therapy plans to enhance children's developmental skills.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to refine treatment strategies for diverse patient needs.
- Monitored and documented patient progress, ensuring adherence to therapeutic goals and objectives.
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
COTA
South Texas School Therapy Providers, Inc.
San Antonio, TX
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with occupational therapist, teachers, staff and parents to support individualized education plans
- Assessed and tracked individual student goals aimed at improving fine motor skills, handwriting, scissor skills, visual motor skills, and sensory processing skills for students in grades PK-12.
COTA
Soul to Soul Yoga/All Ages Therapy Services
Lakewood Ranch, FL
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Provided therapy via outpatient clinic, ABA facility, in home and telehealth to improve child's fine motor, visual motor, gross motor and sensory processing skills.
- Guided yoga to improve child's body core strength, flexibility, movement, balance and metal health.
- Educated children and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
COTA
Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc.
Farmers Branch, TX
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Successfully managed OT caseload for 3 K-12 schools with minimal supervision to provide services to students targeting fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional independence.
COTA
Community Rehab Associates, Inc.
St. Petersburg, FL
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Observed and collaborated with Occupational therapist to develop effective treatment plans.
- Supported students with handwriting self-care tasks, and classroom participation using specialized interventions.
- Collaborated with IEP team, classroom staff and parents.
- Documented student progress toward meeting goals and reported to OTR supervisor.
COTA
Port Charlotte Rehab Center
Port Charlotte, FL
10.2016 - 11.2018
- Provided training for patients to improve endurance and strength needed to perform activities of daily living and functional mobility.
- Educated patients on use and safety of adaptive equipment.
- Advocated for all patients health, safety and rights.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical, visual or cognitive impairments
- Utilized a variety of modalities including manual techniques, exercise programs, adaptive equipment and other assistive devices to improve functioning.
COTA
Progressus Therapy at Dayton Public Schools
Dayton, OH
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Observed, assessed and addressed student's strengths and needs within school setting in order to support their educational program.
- Administered and modified therapeutic activities and interventions based on IEP's under direction of supervising OTR.
- Tracked student progress and documented.
- Collaborated with school staff.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Occupational Therapy
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, Ohio06-2008
Skills
- Familiarity with child developmental stages
- Observation and assessment of child's performance in various activities to identify areas needing intervention
- Adapting therapy plans to match individual needs
- Fine motor, gross motor and visual motor skill development
- Sensory processing and self regulation intervention
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Proactive in staying informed
- Encouraging and motivating
- Yoga for All Abilities Sonia Sumar method trained
Certification
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- Arkansas Board of Occupational Therapy
- Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
- American Heart Association CPR/BLS
- Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Informed Specialist
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Pediatrics Plus
08.2025 - Current
COTA
South Texas School Therapy Providers, Inc.
08.2023 - 06.2025
COTA
Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc.
12.2022 - 06.2023
COTA
Soul to Soul Yoga/All Ages Therapy Services
09.2020 - 08.2023
COTA
Community Rehab Associates, Inc.
08.2018 - 06.2021
COTA
Port Charlotte Rehab Center
10.2016 - 11.2018
COTA
Progressus Therapy at Dayton Public Schools
09.2013 - 06.2016
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Occupational Therapy
Sinclair Community College