Certified Occupational Therapist Assist

Navasota Independent School District; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Navasota Independent School District seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide OT services for students, focusing on fine motor, sensory/perceptual, and self-care skills within the special education program.

Requires an AAS in OTA and a valid Texas OTA license; one year of COTA experience preferred. The role reports to the Director of Special Education and is based in a school setting with exempt status.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant is required.
• Valid Texas license as an OTA issued by the Texas Board.
• Ability to implement OT plans of care and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement OT goals under supervision of a Licensed OT.
• Collaborate on student treatment plans and objectives.
• Assist classroom teachers with accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Maintain district policies and confidentiality.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Texas OTA license

AAS in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Position Information

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Pay Grade: Teacher

185 Days Dept./School: Special Education

Primary Purpose

To provide occupational therapy to district students in fine motor skills, sensory/perceptual motor skills, and self-care skills to insure that the students are able to benefit from the special education program

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Associate of Applied Science Degree
• Valid Texas license as an occupational therapy assistant issued by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to implement occupational therapy treatment programs as specified by occupational therapy plan of care
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Experience

At least one-year experience as an COTA

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Implement student occupational therapy goals and objectives under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist
2. Consult with the Licensed Occupational Therapist on specific student treatment plans, goals, and objectives
3. Provide assistance to the classroom teacher on accommodations for special needs of students in the school setting
4. Comply with the rules and regulations of the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
5. Abide by the Code of Ethics of the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
6. Comply with campus rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy
7. Consult with educational staff regarding the use of specialized equipment and materials
8. Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students
9. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students and parents
10. Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignments
11. Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
12. Adhere to the district’s safety policies and procedures
13. Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
14. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting)
15. Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
16. Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned teacher aide(s) as required

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing; move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer terminal possible; occasional district-wide travel; occasional state-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus; may be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; assist non-ambulatory students.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to thi s job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

NAVASOTA ISD NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Navasota ISD does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, color, or national origin in its educational programs, activities, or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Es norma de el distrito escolar de Navasota ISD no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo or impedimento, en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales, tal como lo requieren el Titulo VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Titulo IX de las Enmiendas en la Educacion, de 1972, y la Seccion 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitacion de 1973 según enmienda.