Kristen Bayliff
Roxboro
Summary
Dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with nearly 3 years of experience providing school-based occupational therapy services to students in grades K–12. Skilled in implementing IEP-driven, student-centered interventions to support the development of fine motor skills, self-care abilities, and sensory processing for academic success. Passionate about fostering independence and learning engagement through creative, evidence-based strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COTA/L
Carolina School Services
10.2022 - Current
- Manages a daily caseload of 9+ students in grades K–12
- Plans, delivers, and documents school-based occupational therapy services under the supervision of an OT/L in alignment with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), targeting fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional independence
- Assists in conducting student screenings to determine therapy needs
- Supports students with handwriting, self-care tasks, and classroom participation through specialized interventions, including adaptive equipment and assistive technology
- Participates in the IEP process, including assisting with goal development and attending IEP meetings
Level II Fieldwork Student
Durham Public Schools
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Under supervision of COTA/L, managed daily caseload of 7+ pre-K and K-5 students
- Planned, delivered, and documented OT treatment sessions aligned with IEP goals for students with diagnoses including ASD, SPD, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, ADHD, and developmental delays
- Collaborated with supervising COTA and teachers to support student participation and success in academic setting
Level II Fieldwork Student
Maria Parham Health Inpatient Rehab
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Under supervision of OTR/L, managed daily caseload of 6+ patients
- Implemented skilled occupational therapy treatment sessions for patients with varied diagnoses, including CVA, amputation, hip fracture, hip and knee replacement, multiple trauma, spinal cord injury, neurological disorders, higher-level brain injury, and general debility
- Coordinated patient care with other health care professionals, including physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, social workers, case managers, and physicians
Volunteer
Talbott Personal Care Home
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Created pen pal program and delivered activity boxes for 28 residents with limited occupational therapy resources to enhance memory, social engagement, and fine motor skills
Volunteer
Roxboro Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Observed and assisted approximately 50 hours of skilled occupational therapy treatment sessions in rehabilitative care setting
Intern
Pediatric Advanced Therapy
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Observed approximately 340 hours of physical and occupational therapy treatment sessions in outpatient pediatrics setting
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC12.2016
Skills
- IEP development involvement
- Treatment plan implementation
- Fine motor skill development
- Sensory integration
- School-based activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Adaptive equipment and assistive technology
- ECATS documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy, OTA/L [License # 15433]
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Registered COTA [Certification # 478628]
Timeline
COTA/L
Carolina School Services
10.2022 - Current
Level II Fieldwork Student
Durham Public Schools
03.2022 - 04.2022
Level II Fieldwork Student
Maria Parham Health Inpatient Rehab
01.2022 - 03.2022
Volunteer
Talbott Personal Care Home
06.2021 - 07.2021
Volunteer
Roxboro Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
11.2016 - 01.2017
Intern
Pediatric Advanced Therapy
08.2016 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Durham Technical Community College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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