2025-2026 Special Education (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Esd113; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide essential occupational therapy services to students, working under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Your contributions will directly support students' academic success and enhance their functional skills, including fine motor and self-care abilities. This position offers a collaborative environment where you will work closely with educators and families, ensuring that therapy strategies are effectively integrated into the classroom. If you are passionate about helping students thrive, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant providing therapy services under supervision.
• Collaborates with educators and families to support student success.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and deliver therapy services to students.
• Document student progress and assist with assessments.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Collaboration

Data Documentation

Assessment Assistance

Fine Motor Skills Development

Sensory Processing Support

Self-Care Skills Improvement

Classroom Strategy Integration

Education

Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant

Relevant Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

2025-2026 Special Education (COTA) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Central Office

800 M. S. Couts Blvd.

Springfield , TN 37172

Classified - Position - Other, please specify

Job Number 4600309301

Start Date

Open Date 04/08/2025

Closing Date

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides occupational therapy services to students under the supervision and direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). The COTA works collaboratively with educators, school staff, and families to support students' academic success and participation in the educational environment by helping them develop or improve fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and school-related functional skills.

Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist to address students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

Deliver therapy services to individual students or small groups in accordance with the OT's plan of care.

Collect and document data on student progress and performance during therapy sessions.

Assist with assessments and contribute to IEP meetings as requested by the supervising OT.

Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to support student needs and generalize therapy strategies into the classroom.

Prepare and maintain materials and equipment used in therapy sessions.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions, progress notes, and communication logs.

Comply with district policies, federal and state regulations, and ethical standards of the profession.

Participate in team meetings, staff development, and training opportunities as appropriate.

Reports To Supervisor

Robertson County Schools does not discriminate because of gender, color, race, age, national origin, pregnancy, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, disability, handicap, religion, creed, or citizenship. Robertson County Schools is a Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace.