Andrea Gruber
Plainfield
Summary
Dynamic Occupational Therapist specializing in pediatric therapy and sensory integration. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and enhance student progress through individualized interventions and innovative therapeutic activities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Indian Prairie School District
Naperville
08.2019 - Current
- Conduct standardized and informal assessments to identify student needs and develop treatment plans and goals for their IEP.
- Collaborate with educators and related service team members to align service goals with classroom activities, enhancing student participation and learning outcomes.
- Monitor student progress and optimize treatment strategies to facilitate efficient, individualized intervention.
- Design creative and engaging therapeutic activities to improve fine and visual-motor coordination, bilateral coordination, and sensory integration skills.
- Evaluate student progress regularly and adjust treatment plans and intervention to meet IEP goals.
- Participate in IEP meetings as a multidisciplinary team member to note strengths, challenges, and goals for my students.
- Provide ongoing consultation services to teachers for classroom accommodations and behavior strategies.
Occupational Therapist
KatieBug Therapy
Naperville
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to improve students' physical, cognitive, and sensory regulation skills.
- Documented patient progress and adjusted treatment strategies accordingly.
- Created reports documenting patient assessments, treatments provided, progress made towards goals and recommendations for future care.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide clinical decision-making and intervention strategies.
Occupational Therapist
SPOT 4 Kids, Inc.
Oswego
12.2009 - 02.2018
- Performed evaluations of children to to assess their physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial functioning.
- Developed and implemented intervention plans based on individual needs and goals, including sensory integration approaches, reflex integration, fine motor, developmental, and self-help skills.
- Educated families on therapeutic techniques to enhance home practice and support for their child's progress.
Education
Master of Science -
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN12-1997
Skills
- School-Based Occupational Therapy
- IEP Development & Implementation
- Fine Motor & Visual Motor Skills
- Sensory Integration & Processing
- Classroom Adaptations & Assistive Technology
- Autism Spectrum & Developmental Disorders
- Behavioral Support Strategies
- Collaboration with Educators & Families
- Progress Monitoring & Documentation
- IAASE (Illinois Alliance of Administrator of Special Education) Grant Recipient for "Just Move! to Learn: School-Wide Movement Initiative
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Indian Prairie School District
08.2019 - Current
Occupational Therapist
KatieBug Therapy
02.2018 - 07.2019
Occupational Therapist
SPOT 4 Kids, Inc.
12.2009 - 02.2018
Master of Science -
University of Indianapolis