Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Surprise, AZ

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting K-8th grade students as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in a vibrant school setting near Surprise, AZ. This full-time position offers the chance to make a positive impact by delivering therapeutic support across multiple school sites, collaborating closely with teachers and staff to enhance student success and participation.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Active COTA license required
• Previous experience in school-based settings strongly preferred
• Proficiency in providing direct occupational therapy services to children
• Ability to adapt interventions based on individual student needs and responses
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with educational teams
• Willingness to travel between school sites as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver therapy treatment sessions to K8th grade students as outlined by supervising occupational therapists
• Support students' ability to meaningfully engage in classroom activities through therapeutic intervention and use of assistive technology
• Act as a resource for teachers and school staff, offering strategies to support student participation
• Provide and maintain equipment or assistive technology needed for sessions and day-to-day classroom involvement
• Monitor and respond to individual student differences, adjusting intervention plans as necessary
• Collect and document data on student progress and therapy effectiveness
• Flexibly travel between assigned sites to ensure students receive consistent, high-quality service

Benefits & Perks:

• Consistent full-time schedule (35 hours per week)
• Opportunity to work in diverse educational environments
• Collaborative and supportive team atmosphere
• Professional growth supporting students developmental milestones

If youre a passionate COTA eager to empower students in their learning environments and collaborate within a dedicated educational community, this could be the perfect contract for you. Apply now to help students thrive and to further your own career in a fulfilling school-based role.