Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in New Britain, CT

Bilingual Therapies; Washington; On-site; USD 32,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Bilingual Therapies is hiring for a district-wide contract role supporting Pre-K through 12th grade students, starting August 27, 2026. The assignment covers an FMLA leave for about 12 weeks with a strong chance of extension.

The role may be filled as a COTA or an OT, requiring state licenses and steady travel to multiple schools. Compensation ranges from $23.23 to $43.23 per hour with healthcare, housing, and meals being offered.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut COTA certification and CT DPH License (or OT license) required.
• NBCOT exam passed as applicable.
• Previous school-based experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services to Pre-K–12 students district-wide.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Document progress on goals and follow up in a timely manner.
• Adapt interventions to diverse student needs across campuses.
• Work under supervision of a licensed OT per state guidelines.

Skills

COTA certification

OT license

NBCOT exam

School-based experience

Travel readiness

Family communication

Job description

Job Description

Step into a dynamic school-based setting as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or Occupational Therapist (OT) for a district-wide contract role supporting Pre-K through 12th grade students. This opportunity begins August 27, 2026, and is designed to cover an FMLA leave for approximately 12 weeks, with a strong likelihood of extension (initial contract strictly covers the leave period). The district seeks a professional committed to providing excellence in temporary placements, with the understanding of the assignment’s initial duration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to students of varying ages and disability populations district-wide.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary educational teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.


• Document and monitor progress on student goals, providing clear and timely follow-up.


• Adapt interventions to meet the diverse needs of students across multiple campuses.


• COTAs will work under the supervision of a licensed OT, per state and district guidelines.


• Maintain clear communication with staff and families regarding student progress and recommendations.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Connecticut COTA certification and CT DPH License (or OT license for candidates applying as Occupational Therapists); NBCOT exam passed as applicable.


• Previous school-based experience strongly preferred.


• Reliable transportation to reach various schools across the district.


• Comfortable with district-wide travel and working across diverse settings and age groups.


• Commitment to fulfilling the duration of a maternity leave assignment, with flexibility for a potential extension.

Enjoy the chance to make a meaningful impact across an entire school district. Be part of a supportive educational environment that values professional expertise and collaboration.

Compensation for this position ranges from $23.23 to $43.23. 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.