Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (SY 26-27)

TrulyHired; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 39,881 - 46,521; Full time

Job summary

Needham Public Schools is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join a dynamic, inclusive team. The role involves delivering OT services to students with fine motor and sensory needs, under supervision by district OTs and coordinators in a school setting.

Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy and Massachusetts licensure as a COTA. The position involves direct 1:1 and small group therapy, with assignments likely in classroom

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• Massachusetts Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is required.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct 1:1, small group, and in-class occupational therapy for students under the guidance of district OTs and building-based Special Education Coordinators.

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Massachusetts Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job description

Job Description

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic and skilled Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides Occupational Therapy services to students with a range of fine motor and sensory needs both in and out of the classroom under the guidance of a district Occupational Therapists and building‑based Special Education Coordinators. Additional responsibilities include:

• Providing direct 1:1, small group, and in‑class occupational therapy for students

The duties listed above are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
• Massachusetts Licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly required to sit (including sitting on the floor or other hard surface), stand, walk, kneel, talk, hear, operate a computer, handheld learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, work indoors or outdoors, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Occasionally may need to assist students with standing, sitting, organizational functions or other related general physical tasks.

Compensation and Benefits

Please review the Unit C Contract (Grade: ASC) and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits.

Hourly Rate Range: $28.95 - $33.77 (SY26 Rate)

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English‑speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website.