Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Lancaster, CA

ProCare Therapy; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a school-based contract near Lancaster, CA. The position runs Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, delivering 40 hours weekly and begins August 3rd.

You will support the OT, implement individualized plans, and collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to advance student participation and progress.

Qualifications

• Current California-licensed COTA in good standing.
• Experience in school-based settings strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of pediatric occupational therapy principles and interventions.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in delivering therapy services to students.
• Help implement individualized treatment plans to enhance student participation.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to coordinate care.
• Document student performance with accurate records per district/state guidelines.
• Provide feedback for program development and adapt techniques for classroom use.
• Participate in meetings to discuss student growth and recommendations.

Skills

COTA Licensed

Pediatric therapy

School-based experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation skills

Job description

Step into an exciting contract opportunity as a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) working within a school-based environment near Lancaster, CA. This position begins August 3rd and runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, offering 40 hours per week to make a positive impact on students development and daily lives. Specific caseload details will be provided to ensure the perfect alignment with your skills and experience.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Current certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), licensed to practice in California.
• Previous school-based COTA experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of pediatric occupational therapy principles and interventions.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt therapy strategies to address diverse student needs.
• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team in an educational setting is a plus.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the Occupational Therapist in delivering effective therapy services to students.
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans designed to enhance student participation in school activities.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to coordinate care and share progress.
• Document student performance, maintaining accurate records in compliance with district and state guidelines.
• Provide feedback for program development, and adapt techniques to fit classroom environments.
• Participate in meetings as needed to discuss student growth and recommendations.

This school-based contract role offers the chance to expand your skillset while making a difference for children and their educational journeys. If you thrive in collaborative settings and are ready to begin this August,

Compensation for this position ranges from $23.67 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.