School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students under an Occupational Therapist's supervision. The role focuses on developing fine motor and self-help skills in line with IEPs, with data-driven progress reporting.

Requires Georgia licensure, an accredited COTA degree, and preferably two years of pediatric experience. On-site position with district-wide collaboration and compliance with school policies.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Georgia state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Two years of pediatric clinical or school-based experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy per IEPs under the direction of the OTR/L.
• Collects data on therapy progress and completes progress reports.
• Adjusts or modifies therapy plan based on therapy data.
• Reviews plans and schedules with the OTR/L on a regular basis.
• Communicates with school staff regarding students as appropriate.
• Provides OT services on interim basis for OTR/L on leave.
• Completes local, state, and federal reports as assigned.
• Documents services for Medicaid billing.
• Attends district staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows policies applicable to regular OTR/L practice.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Skills

Safety procedures

Classroom management

Independent work

Confidential information handling

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in COTA

Job description

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students under an Occupational Therapist's supervision. The role focuses on developing fine motor and self-help skills in line with IEPs, with data-driven progress reporting.

Requires Georgia licensure, an accredited COTA degree, and preferably two years of pediatric experience. On-site position with district-wide collaboration and compliance with school policies.