Certified School-Based OT Assistant

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students under supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role focuses on developing fine motor and self-help skills as outlined in IEPs, with data collection and progress reporting to inform therapy decisions.

You will collaborate with OTR/L and school staff, provide interim OT services when needed, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Georgia state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant required.
• Two years pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the OTR/L and implement therapy per IEPs.
• Collect data on therapy progress and prepare progress reports.
• Adjust therapy plans based on data and reports.
• Review plans with the OTR/L regularly and coordinate with staff.
• Provide interim OT services when OTR/L is on leave.
• Complete local, state, and federal reports as assigned.

Skills

Student safety

Classroom management

Independent work

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

COTA Associate Degree

Job description

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students under supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role focuses on developing fine motor and self-help skills as outlined in IEPs, with data collection and progress reporting to inform therapy decisions.

You will collaborate with OTR/L and school staff, provide interim OT services when needed, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.