26/27 Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Young World Physical Education; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 29,709 - 36,311; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Buckeye Elementary School District in Arizona. The role is a full-time position, responsible for providing treatment therapy to students, assisting in evaluations and documentation as needed. Candidates must possess valid AOTCB certification and an Arizona driver's license. The starting salary is $33,010 annually, with opportunities to impact students' educational success. Contact for applications is provided.

Qualifications

• Accredited college graduate in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid certification as a COTA from AOTCB.
• Experience with developmental or pediatric environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment therapy to achieve educational objectives.
• Consult with teachers and occupational therapists on evaluations.
• Prepare documentation for students' progress.

Skills

Communication (verbal and written)

Independence

Assessing therapy needs

Consulting with teachers

Providing treatment therapy

Education

Accredited college graduate or technical training program for Occupational Therapy Assistant

Valid AOTCB certification and license from Arizona Board

Valid Arizona driver's license

Job description

26/27 Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Buckeye Elementary School District, Various Locations - Buckeye, Arizona.

Job Details

Job ID: 5715779

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 14, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 29, 2026

Job Description

Title

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Goal

To provide treatment therapy, as defined by the occupational therapist, to eligible students; to provide occupational training and information to teachers and staff; and to assist in the assessment of students.

Qualifications

• Accredited college graduate or technical training program for Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Valid AOTCB certification; valid license issued by the Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners as a COTA
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• Developmental, pediatric or school‑based experience preferred
• Ability to contribute and participate in the assessment, intervention and documentation process
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently and to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with district personnel and other team members

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide treatment therapy to eligible students to achieve specified educational objectives as defined by the occupational therapist.
• Consult with teachers and occupational therapists to assist with the evaluation and potential solutions to treatment and therapy problems for students and for adherence to the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Assist in the evaluation and assessment of eligible students to determine appropriate treatment therapies to achieve objectives.
• Confer with assigned occupational therapist to assist in the evaluation of students' progress and to update IEPs.
• Prepare documentation (e.g., weekly attendance records, progress data collection, etc.) to provide written verification and documentation of progress.
• Assist in a two‑person lift with students weighing up to 100 pounds between wheelchair, classroom chair, commode, floor, playground equipment, stander, classroom positioning equipment, therapy equipment, etc.
• Travel between sites, as assigned, to perform therapeutic activities.
• Attend assigned meetings and/or in‑services to gather information needed to perform job functions.
• Provide training and information to teachers and staff to assist them in the continuation of treatment of students to achieve desired skills.
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is frequently required to stand, speak, and sometimes walk and sit. The employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 pounds (e.g., boxes, supplies). Vision requirements include close vision to read handwritten or typed material and adjust focus.
• The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and to interact with the public and other staff.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• The noise level is moderate to moderately high during the school day. There may be periods of recurring stress.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reports To

Special Programs Director

Evaluation

Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board policy on evaluation of support staff members.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $33,010 Per Year

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Employee Relations, Central Office
• Phone: 623‑925‑3400
• Email: [e-mail]