Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - District - 2026-2027 School Year

LEARN; Old Lyme (CT); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid time off

4% retirement contribution

Referral bonuses

Descripción de la vacante

LEARN seeks a motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support students in LEARN magnets and district contracts. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, administer screenings and interventions, and help develop IEPs to promote access and engagement in learning.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, student dignity, and equity, with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth in a supportive school environment.

Formación

• Certification required for COTA role.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and evidence-based assessments.
• Understanding of students with complex needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Follow therapy plans and document progress accurately.
• Commitment to dignity, inclusion, confidentiality and safety.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting and positioning.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create comprehensive student programming.
• Administer screenings, assessments and direct interventions with students.
• Collaboratively develop IEPs to support students to access and engage in learning and school environments.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress through ongoing data collection, analysis and review meetings

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Developmental Milestones

Evidence-based Interventions

Documentation

Physical ability

Educación

COTA Certification

Descripción del empleo

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

We are seeking an energetic, collaborative, and student-centered Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. This position will support our students in LEARN magnets and district contracts.

Why join us?

• Impact that Matters: See real, measurable changes in students' skills, independence, and confidence.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary, forward-thinking team.
• Evidence Based Practices: Remain current within the field and application of research.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuing education credits, mentorship, and Communities of Practice.
• Supportive Environment: Responsive and supportive leadership that listens, values input, and provides the tools you need to succeed.
• Student-Centered Focus: Every decision is guided by what's best for the learner's safety, dignity, and joy.
• Diverse & Inclusive: A school culture that celebrates differences and builds belonging for all.
• Exciting Benefits: Paid time off, 4% towards retirement, and referral bonuses.

Day To Day

• Collaborate with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team to create comprehensive student programming.
• Administer screenings, assessments and direct interventions with students.
• Collaboratively develop IEPs to support students to access and engage in their learning and school environments.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress through ongoing data collection, analysis and review meetings

Qualifications

• Appropriate certifications and coursework.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and evidence-based assessments and interventions
• In-depth understanding of students with complex needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to follow therapy plans, document progress accurately, and communicate effectively with supervising therapists and educational teams.
• Commitment to student dignity, inclusion, confidentiality, safety, and equitable access to learning.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, positioning, and supporting students when needed.

LEARN is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)