Occupational Therapist Assistant

Montgomery County Educational Service Center; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County ESC is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to join the Regional Center in Dayton, OH. This full-time role supports licensed therapists and works with students to improve mobility, self-care, and daily living skills.

You'll conduct therapy activities, document progress, and collaborate with families and staff to ensure effective services while maintaining a safe, organized workspace and adhering to district protocols.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT/PT Assistant and Ohio credentials required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities essential.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and adapt activities for individual student needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed therapists in implementing interventions per student service plans.
• Guide students in therapy regimens to improve mobility, strength, dexterity, coordination, and daily living skills.
• Conduct activity and environmental analyses to identify barriers to participation.
• Implement safety precautions and assist with sensory processing, equipment use, and classroom positioning.
• Document therapy progress, maintain records, and assist with reporting and in-service presentations.
• Support families and staff in understanding therapy services and objectives.
• Maintain and organize therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring a safe and clean workspace.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Safety protocols

Education

OT/PT Assistant license

Ohio State Board credentials

Job description

Montgomery County Educational Service Center Montgomery County ESC Regional Center - Dayton, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Montgomery County Educational Service Center Montgomery County ESC Regional Center - Dayton, Ohio Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education

Job Details

Job ID: 5957566
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 12, 2026 7:04 PM (UTC)

Job Title: Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Location: Montgomery County ESC - Regional Center

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Commensurate with education & experience

Full/Part-Time: Full-Time

Days: 185

Who We Are:

We're a premier provider of high quality, cost effective, special education services in Ohio. We serve 16 public school districts in our county and more than 130 educational entities across Ohio.#WeAreMCESC!

What You'll Do:

• Assist licensed therapists in implementing therapeutic interventions per student service plans.
• Guide students in therapy regimens to improve mobility, strength, dexterity, coordination, and daily living skills.
• Conduct activity and environmental analyses to identify and address barriers to participation.
• Implement safety precautions and assist with sensory processing, equipment use, and classroom positioning.
• Document therapy progress, maintain records, and assist with reporting and in-service presentations.
• Support families and staff in understanding therapy services and objectives.
• Maintain and organize therapy equipment and supplies, ensuring a safe and clean workspace.

What You'll Bring:

• Valid OT/PT Assistant Board license and Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials.
• Knowledge of Ohio Schools Medicaid Program covered services.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and adapt activities for individual student needs.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Satisfactory fingerprinting and criminal records check results (provided for free by MCESC!).

Connect with Us!

Website: https://www.mcesc.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcescohio/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MCESCohio

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MCESC/featured

Montgomery County ESC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > OT Assistant

Contact Information

• Posting School District
• 200 South Keowee Street
• Dayton, Ohio 45402
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]