Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Special Services; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Neosho SD Special Services is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide educationally related occupational therapy services to students in the Neosho, Missouri area. The role involves collaborating with OTs, teachers, and families to implement IEP goals and adapt activities for classroom access.

The position requires NBCOT certification, a relevant degree, and ability to work across multiple school sites. Immediate start; extensive interaction with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires NBCOT certification and valid OT licensure.
• Experience working with school-aged students and familiarity with IEPs is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, administrators and therapists to implement goals.

Responsibilities

• Adapts school and classroom environment, tools and materials under supervision of the Occupational Therapist to improve student functioning.
• Assists with assessing students’ fine motor and developmental skills to determine deficits and recommendations.
• Attends IEP meetings and other team meetings to share information and plan services.
• Implements therapeutic activities and instructs students, teachers and families to support IEP goals.
• Maintains records and documentation for compliance and progress reporting.

Education

Community College/Vocational School degree in related area

National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5900295

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The job of Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) was established for the purpose/s of providing educationally related occupational therapy services to students suffering from a variety of cognitive, emotional and/or physical illnesses or disabilities according to the student’s Individualized Education Plan and under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adapts school and classroom environment, tools and materials under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist for the purpose of improving student functioning and facilitating student access to curricular and instructional activities.
• Assists Occupational Therapist with assessing students’ fine motor, and developmental skills (e.g. oral motor, sensory integration, motor planning, developmental function, activities of daily living, fine motor function postural tone, etc.) for the purpose of determining their deficits and developing recommendations.
• Attends meetings and workshops (e.g. IEPs, training, team meetings, conferences, meetings with outside agencies, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information, including best practices for school OT delivery.
• Consults with occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech therapists, teachers, educational assistants, families, etc. for the purpose of providing requested information, reviewing/revising students’ occupational therapy goals/objectives, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations to implement goals.
• Implements therapeutic activities and instructs students, teachers, parents and other involved persons (e.g. positioning, adjusting special equipment, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care to students and/or supporting the student’s IEP plan for use in the classroom.
• Maintains files and/or records in cooperation with the Occupational Therapist (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or ensuring an up-to-date trail for compliance with various state, federal, and administrative regulations.
• Maintains treatment equipment and supplies in clean and proper working condition for the purpose of implementing motor/therapy goals.
• Prepares written materials (e.g. activity logs, progress notes, reports, memos, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Presents information (e.g. student performance data, clinical feedback, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.
• Provides direct occupational therapy services to students according to IEP goals for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established practices and procedures.
• Provides services at multiple work sites for the purpose of providing therapy and assistance as required.
• Provides training, consultation, and instruction to teachers on the use of adaptive devices and equipment for the purpose of ensuring such devices are used safely and optimal benefits are achieved.
• Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students’ functional goals.
• Transports a variety of items (e.g. puzzles, games, assistive devices, assessment tools, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required for therapy sessions.
• Troubleshoots problems with assistive devices (e.g. computer technology, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that equipment is in proper working order and/or providing alternative strategies.

Supervisory Duties

None

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Community College and/or Vocational School degree with study in job related area; job related experience is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Occupational Therapist

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• None assigned
• Email: [e-mail]