Melinda Laro
New London,NH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities and begin a career in academia. Personable and eager to leverage knowledge in human anatomy and physiology, development, and other related areas. Skilled in using therapeutic techniques, evaluation, and interventions with a good understanding of relevant regulations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR/L, PTA
Newport School District
Newport, NH
09.2021 - Current
- Occupational therapist at middle/high school level;
- District-wide physical therapist assistant for 2021/2022 school year
- Focusing on access within a school and community environment, fine motor, gross motor, visual perceptual, visual motor, performance skills, and assistive technology
- 2022/2023 school year interim special education coordinator at high school level.
OTR/L
Kearsarge Regional School
New London, NH
07.2018 - 06.2019
- District occupational therapist providing interventions in a school district to children ages 5-22, servicing students at one of five elementary schools, regional middle, and regional high school
- Focuses include access to educational environment, fine motor, gross motor, visual perceptual, visual motor performance skills, and assistive technology.
OTR/L, PTA
Hillsboro Deering School District
Hillsboro, NH
08.2009 - 06.2017
- PTA, COTA, ATP, Occupational therapy services provided to preschool programs, and physical therapy services to children ages 3-22
- Focuses included sensory integration, environmental modifications, visual perceptual, fine motor, gross motor, and assistive technology.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.
COTA
Fairbanks Northstar School
Fairbanks, AK
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Occupational therapy services provided to children ages 3-12 across five elementary schools
- A variety of focuses included; sensory integration, access to educational environment, visual perceptual, fine motor, and gross motor.
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, and developmental delay.
PTA, COTA, ATP
Hillsboro Deering School District
Hillsboro, NH
08.2009 - 07.2014
- PTA, COTA, ATP, Occupational therapy services provided to preschool programs, and physical therapy services to children ages 3-22
- Monitor student progress and report changes to physical therapist and occupational therapist.
Education
Post-Graduate Doctoral - Occupational Therapy
New England Institute of Technology
Greenwich, RI09.2019
Master of Science Degree - Occupational Therapy
New England Institute of Technology
Greenwich, RI05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Notre Dame College
Manchester, NH05.1999
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
New Hampshire River Valley Community College
Claremont, NH05.1997
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
River Valley Community College
Claremont, NH05.1997
Skills
- Evaluation and Progress Monitoring
- Documentation Skills
- Staff Training
- Prior Certified Assistive Technology Professional
- Vast experience in variety of settings as an OTR, PTA, and COTA including Schools, Rehabilitation Centers, Hospitals, Outpatient Clinics, Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Alpha Chi academic honor
society member
Affiliations
- American Occupational Therapy Association
- NH Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH
Timeline
OTR/L, PTA
Newport School District
09.2021 - Current
OTR/L
Kearsarge Regional School
07.2018 - 06.2019
COTA
Fairbanks Northstar School
09.2014 - 05.2015
PTA, COTA, ATP
Hillsboro Deering School District
08.2009 - 07.2014
OTR/L, PTA
Hillsboro Deering School District
08.2009 - 06.2017
Post-Graduate Doctoral - Occupational Therapy
New England Institute of Technology
Master of Science Degree - Occupational Therapy
New England Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Notre Dame College
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
New Hampshire River Valley Community College
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
River Valley Community College