28 occupational therapist assistant jobs found

Job Description General Definition of Work The occupational therapist assistant, under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion assisting with occupational therapy services including structured assessments, treatments, and documentation. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Manager, EC Programs & Related Services. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status H10 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule/ Full-time, 10 months Reports To Manager, EC Programs & Related Services Place of Work The normal place of work is on...

Job Description OPEN UNTIL FILLED Estimated Start Date: Immediately Location: Student Support Programs and Services, 7227 Land O' Lakes Blvd., Land O' Lakes, FL 34638 Specialty: Occupational Therapy School Related Personnel - SRP 7.5 hours per day - 198 days per year JOB SUMMARY This employee is responsible for assisting the occupational therapist CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS Licensed as an occupational therapy assistant in Florida by the Board of Medical Examiners. Click here for Job Description. BACKGROUND SCREENING: Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening. For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com Notification of Nondiscrimination: The District School Board of Pasco...

Job Description JOB TITLE/ASSIGNMENT Position: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Qualifications Ability to make minor decisions with minimal supervision in accordance with established procedures. Valid Florida Licensure as a COTA from the State of Florida Experience working with students with special needs is preferred. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Job Goal The COTA provides unique therapeutic services to enhance the goals and objectives of eligible students. The COTA is primarily responsible for implementing the therapeutic program prescribed by the occupational therapist. Reports To Director of Exceptional Student Education & Student Services Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of technological applications as related to specific job functions. Knowledge of Federal, State and Local Laws and Policies as they pertain to Occupational Therapy. Ability to write...

Job Description JOB PURPOSE Under limited supervision, provides professional services to help students overcome or compensate for deficiencies in physical performance areas and benefit from special education services. Reports to the Director of Special Services and Occupational Therapist Supervisor. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Evaluates referred students by assessing range of motion, muscle strength, tone and sensory systems, fine motor skills, self-help skills, oral-motor skills and visual-perceptual skills as indicated. Administers standardized tests as appropriate. Communicates evaluation results to parents and teachers. Coordinates, with members of a multi-disciplinary team, individual strategies, accommodations and the use of adaptive equipment. Plans, coordinates and provides occupational therapy treatment sessions based on evaluation findings and recommendations; trains students in the appropriate use of adaptive equipment. Prepares and submits accurate and...

Job Description Occupational Therapist or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), Anticipated, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027] About Salem Public Schools , where belonging leads to opportunity. Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 11 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity, and opportunity in everything we do. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. We invite you to learn more about our strategic plan and core priorities on...

Job Description General Statement of the Job: Under limited supervision, provides continuity of coverage for occupational therapy services under the direct and indirect supervision of the OTR and manage occupational therapy programs in accordance with the philosophy, laws, rules, and regulations of the District. Reports to the Director for Special Services. Terms of Contract : 190 Days Salary : $31,209 - $52,776 Minimum Training and Experience: Requires an Associate's degree in occupational therapy supplemented by experience in pediatric rehabilitation or school occupational therapy, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Special Requirements: Must possess national certification and state licensure as an occupational therapist; must possess a valid state driver's license. Must have successful completion of required fieldwork. Is able to work with children as well as parents...

Job Description Minimum Qualifications: Valid state license to practice as an Occupational Therapist issued by the Ohio OT/PT/AT Board. Valid Pupil Services Registration issued by the Ohio State Board of Education. Master's Degree or equivalent. Documentation of a clear criminal record in compliance with state statue. Complies with drug-free workplace rules and Board policies. Note: This assignment may require a valid driver's license and access/availability of a reliable vehicle. Employees must meet all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the service center's insurance carrier. FLSA Classification: Exempt Reports To: Director of Student Services and his/her designee Job Objectives: Provide interventions and evaluations informed by evidence; identify learning opportunities to enable students to improve skills within the context of everyday activities and routines Responsibilities and Essential Functions: "The...

Job Description JOB PURPOSE Under limited supervision, provides professional services to help students overcome or compensate for deficiencies in physical performance areas and benefit from special education services. May serve as Lead Occupational Therapist as assigned. Reports to the Director of Special Services. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Evaluates referred students by assessing range of motion, muscle strength, tone and sensory systems, fine motor skills, self-help skills, oral-motor skills and visual-perceptual skills as indicated. Administers standardized tests as appropriate. Communicates evaluation results to parents and teachers. Coordinates, with members of a multi-disciplinary team, individual strategies, accommodations and the use of adaptive equipment. Plans, coordinates and provides occupational therapy treatment sessions based on evaluation findings and recommendations; trains students in the appropriate use of adaptive equipment. Prepares and submits...

Job Description RSU 57 86 West Road Waterboro, ME 04087 Title: Physical Therapist - PreK-5 Grade District Wide Qualifications: Current Maine physical therapist license. Current Maine Department of Education Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) Experience working with school-aged children is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in collaborating within a diverse, multidisciplinary professional team. Experience with administering evaluations, writing evaluation reports and collecting data to inform treatment plans and student IEP's. Reports To: Director of Special Services, Assistant Director of Special Services and Building Principal. Coordinates with: Special Education Classroom Teachers, Support Staff, Related Service Providers, Building Administration and the Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Coordinator. Job Goal: This position is designed to support the successful implementation of Physical Therapy services for our PreK-5...

Job Description Open Position Announcement Occupational Therapist Part Time Casual Watch our video: Why Work at Hamilton County ESC QUALIFICATIONS: Current ODE Registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist A Master's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or institution A valid license in Occupational Therapy from the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers Board Must have valid driver's license and provide own transportation. JOB SUMMARY: To identify, evaluate and provide specialized occupational therapy interventions to students who evidence physical, emotional, sensory and/or perceptual deficits when these deficits affect school performance and achievement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide screenings, evaluations, and interventions to support students in the school environment through an inter-disciplinary process.Assist in the development and monitoring of individualized educational goals...

Job Description GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for performing difficult professional work identifying and treating at risk students in order to minimize the impact of their limitations on their educational and life pursuits. Actively involved in the evaluation of students with special needs; planning and implementation of service delivery to benefit the students' access and performance in their educational program; consultation; and education/training of educational team members ESSENTIAL TASKS The following duties are typical for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude the other duties if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job description. Other duties may be required and assigned: Planning, collaboration, and scheduling of students receiving related service of...

Job Description The Exeter School District is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join the special education team at Main Street School, in Exeter, serving students in grades K2. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy services and support students' participation and success within the school environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with young children and will bring a positive, flexible, and student-centered approach to supporting students with a variety of developmental, sensory, fine motor, visual-motor, self-regulation, and functional needs. The COTA will collaborate closely with occupational therapists, special educators, classroom teachers, related service providers, paraeducators, administrators, and families to help students access and participate meaningfully in their educational programs. Position Under the supervision...

Job Description Occupational Therapist / COTA 2026-2027 School Year ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES . Other duties may be assigned. Implementation to meet the IEP goals; Program planning and management Provide training to the appropriate persons to carry over therapy goals in the school setting. Equipment/room maintenance. Program services include: self help, functional mobility, environmental adaptations/adaptive equipment, positioning, motor functions, sensory processing, provocation/vocational skills. Function as a liaison and maintains contact with school, family, physicians and agencies. Screening, evaluation, and reassessment to develop IEP Formulate OT policies and procedures. Schedule students for evaluation and treatment QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability...

Job Description ================================================================================================== Position Title: Occupational Therapist Department: Special Services Reports To: Director of Special Services FLSA Status: Exempt ================================================================================================== QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's or master's degree in occupational therapy; pediatric experience preferred CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Valid state licensure as an occupational therapist through the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (SCLLR) Must have current government issued identification TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 8 Hours/190 Days Licensed Professional Salary Schedule The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during the school year....

Job Description Location: Pupil Support Services ESE Division Hours Per Day: 7.5 Contract Months: 10 Days Posted: 5 Cutoff date for Internal qualified candidates to be guaranteed an interview: 09/08/2026 Posting Closing Time: 4:30 PM Salary Schedules: Salary Schedules OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST SALARY SCHEDULE: INSTRUCTIONAL COST CENTER: DISTRICT-WIDE QUALIFICATIONS: (1) Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree in Health Services. (2) Licensed by the state of Florida. (3) Certified by the state of Florida KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of screening, assessment, treatment and documentation services. Knowledge of student eligibility guidelines. Knowledge of student exit criteria. Ability to manage budgets and resources, including appropriate assessment materials, treatment supplies and equipment. Ability to manage time to handle caseloads, schedule and conduct paraprofessional training. Ability to supervise certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and paraprofessionals. Skill...

Job Description DISTRICT OVERVIEW Holyoke Public Schools is a PreK-12 public school district serving nearly 4,800 students, of whom 80 percent are Latino/Latina, in 11 schools. We employ nearly 1,300 people who together educate and support a richly diverse community of learners. We are committed to recruiting and retaining top-quality educators who believe all children can and will learn and who strive daily to make school a joyful place of discovery, support, and belonging. Holyoke Public Schools' strategic plan, "Moving Forward Together," builds on the strengths of our past while serving as a call to action to accelerate student learning by thinking differently about how we teach, how we work together, and how we support students' well-being. Many successes contributed to Holyoke's return to local governance after 10 years in state receivership. These include: The highest graduation rate on record of 77.1 percent, an increase of more than 15-points over 10 years...

Job Description Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Job Description: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides Occupational Therapy services to students with a range of fine motor and sensory needs both in and out of the classroom under the guidance of a district Occupational Therapists and building-based Special Education Coordinators. Additional responsibilities include: Providing direct 1:1, small group, and in-class occupational therapy for students The duties listed above are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical...

Job Description 2026-2027 Sign-On Bonus for fully licensed Speech-Language Pathologists, School Psychologist and Intervention Specialists who are not currently employed in a Fairfield County district. A sign-on bonus of $10,000 will be paid in three (3) installments on the first pay of each contract year as follows: FY27: $5,000; FY28: $2,500; FY29: $2,500. Failure to return each contract year will result in forfeiture of the remaining bonus payments. Reports to: Director of Student Services Service Locations: Various districts in Fairfield County The following information from ASHA helps guide our SLP's role. Critical Roles - SLPs have integral roles in education and are essential members of school faculties. Working Across All Levels - SLPs provide appropriate speech-language services in Pre-K, elementary, middle, junior high, and high schools with no school level underserved. (Note: In some states infants and toddlers would be included in school services.)...

Job Description Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution. One (1) year of experience working with the pediatric population, preferably in a school setting. Valid Florida license to practice as an Occupational Therapist. Valid Florida driver's license. Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Proven experience successfully managing business/department functions and staff preferred. Industry certification preferred. Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; analytical, mathematical, organizational, and prioritization skills; flexibility and adaptability in dealing with rapidly changing priorities and demands. Knowledge of technological applications as related to specific...

Job Description TITLE: Special Education Ed Tech III, Beach Program (Self-Contained ASD) Multiple Openings at Ocean Ave Elementary POSITION OVERVIEW: Portland Public Schools dedicated Special Education Ed Tech III / Behavioral Health Professional to support students in our Beach Program at Ocean Avenue Elementary School. With the supervision of the Director of Specialized Programs and School Principal, the Ed Tech / BHP assists the Special Education Teacher by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning, positive behavioral interventions and safety. Responsibilities involve working with students with behavioral and neuro-developmental disabilities, individually and in small groups to assess performance, reinforcing instruction, motivating learning, assisting with classroom management, data tracking, Mainecare billing documentation, and non-instructional duties. ** Multiple openings available. ** ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides specially...