Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Springfield School District - VT; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield School District - VT is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to evaluate student needs, develop and implement program goals, and provide direct services in a school setting. The role emphasizes independent initiative and collaboration with school personnel and community services.

Starting date is immediate, with a school-year-plus position structure. Salary ranges from $27.77 to $29.03 per hour, with duties including documentation, meeting participation, and

Qualifications

• Certification obtained from an accredited 2- or 4-year program in a specialized area.
• Must communicate well orally and in written form.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate student needs and provide written recommendations for further evaluation.
• Plan, develop, and implement program goals and activities.
• Instruct, supervise, monitor, and assess students in the program while maintaining appropriate student behaviors and social skills.
• Document student progress, prepare reports, and maintain Medicaid and student data sheets as requested.
• Maintain ongoing communication with school personnel and community service personnel.
• Follow state and federal laws and local policies and procedures in the area of educational requirements and program operations.
• Attend staff, I.E.P, parent, and other meetings as required.
• Maintain program equipment and materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Time management

Education

Certification in specialized area

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5746090

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

GENERAL:

A Certified Assistant must hold a certificate of completion from an accredited 2 or 4 year program in a highly specialized area. Duties include, but are not limited to, evaluating student needs, establishing and delivering program plans, and providing direct services to students in that highly specialized area with a high level of independent initiative.

REPORTS TO:

Supervising Administrator or Designee

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of an accredited 2 or 4 year program resulting in Certification in a specialized area such as Occupation Therapy Assistant or Speech/Language Assistant. Must be able to communicate well orally and in written form, work independently, and use time well. Must demonstrate expertise working effectively with a variety of students, parents, school personnel, and community support services personnel. Requires evidence of meeting School District qualifications __ see job posting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate needs of students and provide written recommendations for further evaluation.
• Plan, develop, and implement program goals and activities.
• Instruct, supervise, monitor, and assess students in the program while maintaining appropriate student behaviors and social skills.
• Use a variety of tools and protocols appropriate to student needs.
• Document student progress, prepare reports, and maintain Medicaid and student data sheets as requested.
• Maintain ongoing communication with school personnel and community service personnel.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student information, providing information to parents, teachers, and others on a “need to know” basis, only.
• Maintain program equipment and materials.
• Attend staff, I.E.P, parent, and other meetings as required.
• Follow state and federal laws and local policies and procedures in the area of educational requirements and program operations.
• Participate in required in-service training programs and professional supervision.
• Other duties as assigned or appropriate to the particular work setting.

Position Type: School Year - Plus (185)

Salary: $27.77 to $29.03 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Special Education > OT Assistant

Contact Information

• Courtney Dextraze Wiese , Director of Student Services
• DISTRICT OFFICES
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]