Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Acton Boxborough Regional Schools; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Acton Boxborough Regional Schools seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students with physical, developmental, sensory, and neuromuscular needs in a school setting. You will work under the supervision of an OT/PT to implement therapeutic interventions and help students access their curriculum.

Massachusetts licensure is required. The position is full-time and involves collaboration with a team of educators and therapists to deliver services and maintain comprehensive

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current Massachusetts State licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Experience with children in pediatric settings preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to be flexible to frequently changing schedule; capable of working with a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions under supervision of a licensed OT or PT.
• Collaborate with therapists and school staff to implement treatment plans.
• Support students with physical, developmental, sensory, neuromuscular, or orthopedic needs in a school setting.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes as part of student care.

Skills

Licensure/Certification

Pediatric experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Postgraduate certificate

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5896589
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

Position Summary: The Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Physical Therapist Assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist to provide therapeutic interventions for children with physical, developmental, sensory, neuromuscular, or orthopedic conditions.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Acton Boxborough Regional School District does not discriminate on thebasis of face, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion,disability, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, age, activemilitary/veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin in theadministration of its educational policies, employment policies, and otheradministered programs and activities. For more information refer to theActon Boxborough Regional School Committee Policy AC on our website.

Job Requirements

• Qualifications include:
  • Licensure/Certification: Current Massachusetts State licensure to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Experience working with children, especially in pediatric settings (e.g., schools, clinics, hospitals, etc.), is preferred
  • Willingness to learn understanding and follow special education laws and regulations, including IDEA and Section 504
  • Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent time-management skills
  • Ability to be flexible to frequently changing schedule
  • Capacity to work with a team of professionals
  • Knowledge of child/adolescent physical/motor development, sensory integration techniques, and therapeutic approaches for pediatric care is essential.
  • Knowledge or willingness to learn about specific pediatric diagnoses/disabilities (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay, Down's Syndrome, Neurological/Orthopedic conditions, etc.)

  We believe that our students deserve to learn from educators who reflect their backgrounds and life experiences, and we want our staff to reflect the wide range of student identities we seek to serve. To this end, our District is committed to increasing the diversity of our certified educators and leaders. We believe that by building a more representative workforce, our students will have better outcomes and be more prepared for an increasingly diverse world. We encourage the following to apply: candidates of color, individuals with diverse life experiences and non-traditional backgrounds, and allies in our diversity, equity, and inclusion work.

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Jobs@APS/ABRSD
• Acton, Massachusetts 01720
• Email: [e-mail]

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