Certificated Occupational Therapist Assistant

Camino Nuevo Charter Academy (CNCA) is a community of high-performing public schools that utilizes a comprehensive approach to prepare students from preschool through high school for success in college and in life. We integrate academic rigor, community, family, and wellness to empower students to thrive in a culturally connected and changing world. Founded in 2000, Camino Nuevo Charter Academy students represent the neighborhood of MacArthur Park west of downtown Los Angeles, a community that is one of the most under-resourced and densely populated neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Currently, CNCA has six campuses that serve approximately 3,500 students from TK through 12th grade. Organizational Leadership CapacitiesWe believe that every individual who works at the Camino Nuevo Charter Academy Home Support Office must embody key mindsets and possess foundational skills to contribute to the organizational leadership of the organization. MindsetsCommitment to and belief in CNCAs mission and visionBelief in and embodiment of the CNCA Anchors in all aspects of the workCommitment to the vision of a progressive, socially-just education and is able to inspire others towards that visionSolution orientation and belief in supporting others to be the sameCommitment to an asset-based, capacity-building approachCommitment to equity, diversity and inclusion SkillsAbility to support an inclusive, positive and high performing cultureAbility to take ownership in the day-to-day and overall success of the organizationAbility to think critically, use sound judgment and problem solveAbility to work independently and proactively and to seek support and guidance when appropriateStrong organizational and time management skills, with an ability to prioritize competing projects in a fast-paced, fluid environmentEffective collaboration with individuals at all levels of the organizationRespect, humility and discretion to work effectively with all stakeholders, including colleagues, families and members of the communityStrong self-awareness and ability to reflect The Opportunity: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will primarily implement the therapeutic program prescribed by the occupational therapist in order meet each student's individual needs according to goals contained in the student's individualized education plan (IEP). The COTA will work with children across multiple sites in grades PreK-12. Responsibilities:Implement therapeutic activities under the direction of the occupational therapist for the purpose of meeting the students' needs including development of fine motor, visual motor, and sensory skillsCollaborate with teachers, parents, and special education providers for the purpose of developing plans for services, providing education regarding accommodations, and making recommendationsAssist occupational therapist in determining extent to which goals and objectives are being met by collecting and maintaining data on individual student goalsMaintain regular contact with occupational therapist to review caseloads and services to studentsAdapt classroom environment, tools, and materials under the supervision of the occupational therapist in order to improve student functioning and facilitate student access to curricular activitiesDocument therapy received and records progress; prepares reports in collaboration with the occupational therapist and completes progress to goal reports accordinglyAssist occupational therapist in formulating new goals based on data analysisParticipates in professional growth activities in special education and pediatric occupational therapy as appropriate NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENTCamino Nuevo Charter Academy (CNCA) prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Camino Nuevo Charter Academy requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying.Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying, equity or Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to Margarita Domingo, Vice President of Human Resources. She can be reached at ... or by mail at 3435 W Temple St. Los Angeles, CA 90026

Job Requirements
Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferredCurrent and valid license with California Board of Occupational TherapySpanish and English fluency preferredValid and appropriate California Drivers LicenseValid vehicle liability insuranceExperience or commitment working on a team as well as across teamsAbility to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment requiredAbility to understand and navigate the political, social, economic, legal and cultural context facing urban charter schools and the students they serveAbility to handle confidential information discretely and professionallyProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to use discretion and exercise sound judgmentCritical thinker and problem-solverEffective oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to exercise appropriate initiative and work independentlyStrong organizational and time management skillsPromotes positive collaboration and relationship building among all stakeholders