Occupational Therapy Assistant Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

LEARN is seeking an energetic, collaborative, and student-centered Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. This position will support our students in LEARN magnets and district contracts.

Why join us?

• Impact that Matters: See real, measurable changes in students' skills, independence, and confidence.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary, forward-thinking team.
• Evidence Based Practices: Remain current within the field and application of research.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuing education credits, mentorship, and Communities of Practice.
• Supportive Environment: Responsive and supportive leadership that listens, values input, and provides the tools you need to succeed.
• Student-Centered Focus: Every decision is guided by what's best for the learner's safety, dignity, and joy.
• Diverse & Inclusive: A school culture that celebrates differences and builds belonging for all.
• Exciting Benefits: Paid time off, 4% towards retirement, and referral bonuses.

Day to day:

• Collaborate with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team to create comprehensive student programming.
• Administer screenings, assessments and direct interventions with students.
• Collaboratively develop IEPs to support students to access and engage in their learning and school environments.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress through ongoing data collection, analysis and review meetings

Qualifications:

• Appropriate certifications and coursework.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and evidence-based assessments and interventions
• In-depth understanding of students with complex needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow therapy plans, document progress accurately, and communicate effectively with supervising therapists and educational teams.
• Commitment to student dignity, inclusion, confidentiality, safety, and equitable access to learning.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, positioning, and supporting students when needed.

LEARN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.