Dora Onwumere
NYU Steinhardt | Occupational Therapy | Focused on Autism Research, Inclusive School Practices, and Empowerment Through Self-Advocacy
- Role
- Supervisor of Occupational Therapy at NYC Public Schools
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
Experience
Supervisor of Occupational Therapy
Sep 2021 — Present
Oversees occupational therapy services for preschool, elementary, middle, and high school students across NYC’s Bronx districts and District 75 programs, ensuring high-quality support for diverse student needs. Acts as Lead Supervisor for key initiatives, including SEED, AIMs, Horizon, Path programs, and the Summer SEED Program, supporting occupational therapy for pre-K-12 special education students across all five NYC boroughs. Responsible for recruiting, hiring, and training new occupational therapists and providing guidance on compliance monitoring systems in collaboration with NYC DOE offices for encounter attendance, IEP development, and compliance. Coordinates with school, district, and citywide administrators to manage therapy-related matters and implements professional development seminars to enhance staff skills and competencies.
Education
New York Institute of Technology
Master of Science - MS
2003 — 2006
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science - BS
1999 — 2003
NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
2021 — 2026
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