Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Title:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Pay Range:

Based On Experience

Job Description:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), School-Based, Tucson, AZ

About Eleutheria

Eleutheria is a Point Quest Group partner providing special education services to schools, and we've been serving students in Arizona for over 18 years. We're building a community of special education professionals who help students grow and reach their full potential. Our goal is simple: every student with unique needs should be able to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

About the role

We're looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students in Tucson-area schools. You'll work with a supervising Occupational Therapist to help students build the skills they need for their school day, including fine motor, sensory, self-care and handwriting skills.

What you'll do

• Provide OT services based on each student's IEP and treatment plan, under the supervision of a licensed OT
• Document sessions and track student progress
• Work with teachers, special education staff and families to support students in the classroom
• Suggest classroom strategies and adaptations that help students succeed
• Join team meetings as needed

What you'll bring

• Active COTA certification through NBCOT
• Current Arizona Occupational Therapy Assistant license, or eligibility to obtain one
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, or the ability to obtain one
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply
• Clear communication and a real enjoyment of working with kids

What we offer

• $40 to $50 per hour, depending on experience
• Hourly W-2 position for the 180-day school year
• Paid time off and earned sick time
• Medical benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional development support
• Supervision and clinical support from an experienced OT team
• A team that cares about the students you serve