Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Pools; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 36,368 - 51,797; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Manchester, New Hampshire. This part-time role includes providing direct therapy services to students, adapting the learning environment, and assisting the Occupational Therapist with assessments. Candidates must possess a valid COTA license and have experience in school settings. The position offers competitive pay at $32 per hour and involves working up to 28 hours per week while following the school calendar.

Qualifications

• Valid COTA license issued by the State of New Hampshire.
• Experience implementing therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Valid driver's license and own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct occupational therapy services according to IEP goals.
• Adapts classroom environment and materials to improve student functioning.
• Assists in assessing students' fine motor and developmental skills.
• Participates in meetings to convey and receive information on best practices.

Skills

COTA licensing

Experience in school settings

Assistive technology assessment

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Manchester School District Job Pools - Manchester, New Hampshire. This job is also posted in Manchester School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5457314

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Dec 28, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Work Schedule/Locations:

• Parkside Middle School - 2 days a week
• McLaughlin Middle School -2 days a week

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Associates degree from an accredited associates degree Occupational Therapy Assistant program recognized by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy and completion of all fieldwork requirements.
• Current and valid COTA license issued by the State of New Hampshire.
• Prior experience in a school settingis preferred.
• Experience implementing appropriate therapy under the direction of an OccupationalTherapist.
• Experience assessing and selecting assistive technology in a schoolsetting is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation.

Responsibilities of the Position:

• Provides direct occupational therapy services to students according to IEP goals for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established practices and procedures.
• 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 development 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.

Specified Length/Hours of Position:

This is a non-affiliated 180 day position, which follows the terms of district policies, following the school calendar,supervisor to set hours for up28 hours per week. This job is not eligible for sponsorship.

Compensation: $32.00/hr

Application Procedure:

The Manchester School District uses this Applicant Tracking on-line application platform, please visit our site: https://mansd.schoolspring.com/ The Manchester School District's website is www.mansd.org

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $32 to $32 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Special Education > OT Assistant

Student Services > OT Assistant

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Heather Meninger
• 20 Hecker Street
• Manchester, New Hampshire 03102
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]