.80 FTE Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Young World Physical Education; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmington Public Schools in Wilmington, MA seeks a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to provide high-quality services and consultation district-wide in collaboration with the supervising OT and school staff.

The OTA will assist in implementing OT services for an assigned caseload, participate in TEAM meetings, and maintain comprehensive records. Supervision by a licensed OT is provided as needed according to MA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Previous experience as a COTA in a public school setting preferred.
• Valid License to Practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Massachusetts required.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality OT services and consultation across the district in collaboration with supervising Occupational Therapist and staff.
• Assist in implementing OT services for an assigned caseload of students.
• Make appropriate OT referrals and program recommendations with input from the clinical supervisor as appropriate.
• Participate as a member of the education team by performing assessments, writing progress notes and attending TEAM meetings.
• Maintain thorough and ongoing records for students receiving occupational therapy.
• Consult with teachers and other professionals to supplement educational efforts.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

.80 FTE Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Wilmington Public Schools Student Support Services Office - Wilmington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5866370

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Wilmington Public Schools seeks a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) who provides high-quality services and consultation across the district in collaboration with supervising Occupational Therapist, building-based and district staff.


• To assist in implementing Occupational Therapy services for an assigned caseload of students.


• Make appropriate occupational therapy referrals and program recommendations with input from clinical supervisor as appropriate.


• To participate as a member of the education team by performing assessments, writing progress reports and attending TEAM meetings and may not interpret data beyond the scope of his/her occupational therapy assistant education. Supervision from a licensed Occupational Therapist to be provided as needed and required by the guidelines of the Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professions.


• Participation in individually assigned schools MTSS (student support) process for universal screenings and participate in Tier 1 and Tier 2 planning and problem solving for student supports.


• Plan and implement occupational therapy interventions to identified students with input from clinical supervisor as appropriate.


• To keep thorough and ongoing records for individual students receiving occupational therapy.


• Consult with teachers and other professionals to supplement and complement other therapeutic and educational efforts.


• To maintain ongoing communication with supervising Occupational Therapist regarding status of students on caseload and related issues.


• Works in conjunction with the team to create Educational Plans for annual reviews and provides input for students who are involved with the three-year re-evaluation or initial evaluation.


• Provide input to clinical supervisor regarding caseload, program issues, and upcoming evaluations/referrals.


• As appropriate, share knowledge and information related to Occupational Therapy services with staff and parents.


• Prepare required written occupational therapy progress notes and IEPs, with input from clinical supervisor as appropriate.


• Maintain all necessary and appropriate records for public schools.


• Attends meetings and conferences as needed.


• Summer services as required by students IEPs.


• All other necessary duties as requested by Supervising Occupational Therapist and/or Coordinator of Special Education as required to fulfill the responsibilities of an Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Position Type: Full-time

Special Education > OT Assistant

Equal Opportunity Employer

Notice of Non-Discrimination
All educational and non-academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at Wilmington Public Schools are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion,national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

• 
  QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:
  
  
  
  • Bachelor’s degree
  
  
  • Previous experience as a COTA in a public school setting
  
  
  
  


• 
  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  
  
  
  • Valid License to Practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
  
  
  
  


• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.


• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kellie Alessandro , Assistant Director of Special Education


• 146 Middlesex Avenue


• Wilmington, Massachusetts 01887


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]