Occupational Therapy Assistant - Special Education

Region 8 Education Service Center of Northeast Indiana; Indiana; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational service center in Indiana seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide essential therapy services to students with disabilities. Under the supervisor's guidance, the role focuses on improving student access to curriculum through tailored interventions and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom environment and materials to improve student functioning.
• Implements therapeutic activities and instructs on IEP support.
• Maintains documentation and prepares reports on student progress.

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant - Special Education

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Job Summary: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides educationally related occupational therapy services to students with various cognitive, emotional, and/or physical disabilities, as outlined in the student's Individualized Education Plan, under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities:

• Adapts classroom environment, tools, and materials under supervision to improve student functioning and access to curriculum.
• Assists in assessing students' fine motor and developmental skills to identify deficits and develop recommendations.
• Implements therapeutic activities and instructs students, teachers, and parents to support the student's IEP plan.
• Maintains records and documentation of activities for compliance and progress tracking.
• Prepares written reports and notes to document activities and communicate progress.

Additional Details:

• Location: Building/Campus Special Education Department
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industry: Education Management

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