Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - School COTA

AED CONSTRUCTORES; Whiting (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AED CONSTRUCTORES is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support pediatric students in a school setting in Whiting, Indiana. Under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist, you will help students develop classroom-ready skills and participate in therapy sessions that promote independence and success.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, ongoing progress recording, and compassionate, student-centered care in a supportive district environment.

Qualifications

• Active state license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant COTA experience within the last 5 years.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Support students in meeting individualized therapy goals as directedby the supervising occupational therapist
• Conduct classroom observations to assess how students manageeducational tasks and routines
• Accurately track and report student progress to the supervising therapist
• Maintain timely, legible, and efficient documentation of allsessions and interventions
• Safely and effectively utilize therapeutic equipment andclassroom resources
• Perform all responsibilities in a competent, compassionate, andstudent-centered manner

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - School COTA

Whiting, United States | Posted on 05/29/2026

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified OccupationalTherapy Assistant (COTA) with pediatric experience to support studentswithin a respected school district in East Chicago,IN. This is an excellent opportunity tostrengthen your occupational therapy skills and make a meaningfulimpact in the educational lives of students. Working under thesupervision of a licensed occupational therapist, you will helpstudents develop, improve, and maintain essential functional skills tosucceed in the classroom and beyond. If you’re passionate aboutstudent success and eager to work in a supportive, collaborativesetting, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Support students in meeting individualized therapy goals as directedby the supervising occupational therapist
• Conduct classroom observations to assess how students manageeducational tasks and routines
• Accurately track and report student progress to the supervising therapist
• Maintain timely, legible, and efficient documentation of allsessions and interventions
• Safely and effectively utilize therapeutic equipment andclassroom resources
• Perform all responsibilities in a competent, compassionate, andstudent-centered manner

Requirements

• Active state license as a Certified Occupational TherapyAssistant
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant COTA experience within the last 5 years
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the communities we serve