Empowering School OT: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Partners in Special Education, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners in Special Education, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students with special needs in daily living activities and classroom tasks under the supervision of an occupational therapist.

Responsibilities include promoting independence, observing positioning techniques, collecting data, and collaborating with staff and families to plan effective student programs. Requires CA COTA licensure, CPI training preferred, and ability to lift 30–80 lbs.

Qualifications

• Valid California COTA licensure or eligibility.
• Ability to lift 30–80 pounds and move safely.
• Excellent English reading/writing and communication.

Responsibilities

• Promote independence in activities of daily living and problem solve adaptations.
• Observe and suggest positioning techniques to maximize participation.
• Collaborate with classroom staff and families at team meetings.
• Exchange information with the occupational therapist regarding students.
• Collect data to measure progress toward goals.
• Assist in formulating new goals based on data analysis.
• Perform duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Special needs experience

Mobility assistance

Lift 30-80 lbs

CPI training

Decision making

Education

COTA license (CA)

Job description

Partners in Special Education, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students with special needs in daily living activities and classroom tasks under the supervision of an occupational therapist.

Responsibilities include promoting independence, observing positioning techniques, collecting data, and collaborating with staff and families to plan effective student programs. Requires CA COTA licensure, CPI training preferred, and ability to lift 30–80 lbs.