John Ambert Jr.
Bronx,USA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Howard Haber Early Learning Center
Bronx, NY
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Directly worked with preschoolers (ages 3-5) on the spectrum via 30-minute individual (1:1) or group (2:1) occupational therapy sessions that address fine and visual motor skills, sensory processing and integration, and behaviors to facilitate success in the classroom
- Notable documentation: daily session notes via EasyTrac software, annual and Turning Five (T5) progress reports, quarterly progress reports, as well as annually updating Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and present levels of performance
- Notable evaluation tools: Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Second Edition (PDMS-2) and Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Third Edition (PDMS-3)
- Collaborated with teachers, other service providers such as speech therapists and physical therapists, and administrators to help determine best treatment strategies and plans of action for students
Education
Master of Science (MS) - Occupational Therapy
Russell Sage College
Troy, NY12.2022
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Public Health
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Albany, NY05.2020
Certification
- Certified Occupational Therapist, OTR via National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- June 2025 – present
- Licensed Occupational Therapist in New York State
- Limited Permit to Practice Occupational Therapy in New York State
- February 2023 – February 2025
Extracurriculars
Student Athlete, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Basketball Team, Albany, NY 2016 – 2020 Elected senior captain for 2019-2020 season by coaching staff and teammates to lead team in collaboration and communication Selected as a representative for the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee for 2019-2020 season Committed approximately 30+ hours a week to practices, team meetings, and in-season competitions while maintaining full academic courseload
Fieldwork Experience
- School-Based Pediatrics, Level II
- Carroll Hill Elementary School, Troy, NY | Sept. 2022 – Dec. 2022 |
- Performed meaningful and relevant evaluations and assessments for approximately 12 students per week
- Prepared lesson plans for students focused on improving motor development, function, and cognitive abilities, such as handwriting, cutting skills, and communication and behavioral skills during pull-out and push-in sessions
- Physical Rehab, Level II
- Samaritan Hospital, Troy, NY | May 2022 – Aug. 2022 |
- Consulted with patients to understand conditions, priorities, and challenges to set viable treatment plans and activity goals informed by their medical history and goals
- Assisted and educated patients on the effective use of wheelchairs, walkers, and other durable medical equipment
- Collaborated on a cross-functional team of healthcare providers such as nurses and case managers
- School-Based Pediatrics, Level I
- Elsmere Elementary School, Delmar, NY | Jan. 2022 – Apr. 2022 |
- Assisted in preparing and implementing interventions during occupational therapy sessions
- Performed relevant evaluation assessments and observed experienced occupational therapists’ sessions with students
- Simulated Physical Rehab and Psychosocial, Level I
- Russell Sage College, Troy, NY | June 2021 – Nov. 2021 |
- Documented progress notes, evaluations, and plans of care for patients while shadowing experienced occupational therapists
- Engaged with patients, family members, and friends to facilitate a friendly, educational & empathic environment
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Howard Haber Early Learning Center
02.2023 - 02.2025
Master of Science (MS) - Occupational Therapy
Russell Sage College
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Public Health
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences