In this episode, guest Leah Hiller, OTR/L, and Jayson dive into Response to Intervention (RTI) a bit and discuss several ways occupational therapists can have an impact on students without ever completing an evaluation. RTI is a growing model in schools and as OTs, it opens the door for us helping more students in less time. It also provides opportunities for OTs to provide in-services for teachers and recommend curriculums that will benefit the social and motor aspects of student roles.

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Contact Leah Hiller, OTR/L at Hillertherapy.com

Learning Without Tears (LWTears.com):

Formally known as Handwriting Without Tears, LWT is a leader in developing handwriting and keyboarding curriculums. Want to hear from them on the podcast? Shoot them an email and let them know about us.

We Thinkers! from SocialThinking.com:

This program uses music and play to teach early learners how to manage every day social situations. 

Personal Space Camp by Julia Cook (Affiliate link)

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AOTA's FAQ On Response To Intervention (RTI)

Use this link to view AOTA's description and understanding of what RTI is and how OT/COTA can use RTI in schools. 

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