205-Day School-Based COTA: Impactful OT in Team

Capitol Academy & Elementary; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

205-day school year

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Capitol Academy & Capitol Elementary in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist and help implement individualized treatment plans for students throughout the school day.

You will collaborate with teachers and therapists to develop fine motor, sensory, self-help, and functional skills, document progress, and support students in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current California Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to obtain.
• Experience working with children or in a school-based setting preferred.
• Experience supporting students with autism and/or other developmental differences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy interventions under the direction of the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Help students develop fine motor, sensory regulation, self-help, and functional skills.
• Incorporate therapeutic strategies into the student's daily school environment.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, behavioral staff, therapists, and other members of the student's support team.
• Document therapy sessions, student progress, and treatment outcomes.
• Prepare therapy materials, equipment, and learning environments.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with students and celebrate their progress.
• Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team focused on each student's individual growth and success.

Education

Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

CPR/First Aid certification

California COTA license

Job description

Capitol Academy & Capitol Elementary in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist and help implement individualized treatment plans for students throughout the school day.

You will collaborate with teachers and therapists to develop fine motor, sensory, self-help, and functional skills, document progress, and support students in a school setting.