Empowering School COTA: K-12 Occupational Therapy Assistant

Cross Country Education; Cozad (NE); On-site; USD 96,895,000 - 105,568,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education in Gurnee, IL is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support K–12 students with individualized occupational therapy services. You will work under supervision to help students develop fine motor, sensory, and functional skills in the school setting.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance and an active Illinois COTA license, with school-based experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active Illinois COTA License.
• Experience in a school-based setting with K–12 students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students in the school setting.
• Implement individualized therapy activities aligned with students' goals.
• Collaborate with OTs, teachers, and school staff to monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Active Illinois COTA License

Job description

Cross Country Education in Gurnee, IL is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support K–12 students with individualized occupational therapy services. You will work under supervision to help students develop fine motor, sensory, and functional skills in the school setting.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance and an active Illinois COTA license, with school-based experience preferred.