School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Antioch, California

Sunbelt Staffing; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing seeks a part-time OT or COTA to support elementary students across five school sites near Antioch, CA. The role involves delivering OT services, collaboration with families and educators, and teletherapy as needed. Approximately 21 hours per week, with onboarding and fingerprinting as required by the district.

Competitive compensation and benefits offered. Eligible candidates must hold California OT or COTA licensure and have school-based experience where possible.

Qualifications

• Active California OT or COTA license required.
• Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred.
• Ability to work with elementary students with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT assessments and IEP-supported interventions for elementary caseloads.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to tailor strategies for daily living and academics.
• Serve five school sites, traveling as needed within the district.
• Complete required documentation, meetings, and progress reporting.
• Utilize teletherapy platforms to maintain service continuity.
• Complete onboarding steps including contract signing and fingerprinting.

Skills

California OT license

COTA license

School-based therapy

Communication skills

Job description

Step into a rewarding contract position supporting elementary-aged students as an OT or COTA in a dynamic school environment near Antioch, CA. Make a positive, daily impact by providing essential occupational therapy services across five diverse elementary school sites for the remainder of the school year. With a flexible, part-time schedule totaling about 21 hours each week, this is an excellent opportunity to balance professional growth with personal commitments.

Your essential qualifications:

• Active California OT or COTA license required
• Experience in school-based or pediatric occupational therapy settings preferred
• Comfortable working with elementary-aged students with a variety of needs
• Adaptable to multiple environmentsschools, home health, teletherapy, and healthcare settings
• Strong communicator (written and verbal) for diverse collaboration with families and educational teams
• Commitment to excellence and fostering student independence

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver skilled OT assessments, interventions, and individualized education plan (IEP) support for elementary school caseloads
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to develop tailored strategies enhancing students daily living and academic skills
• Serve five school sites, traveling between locations as needed within the district
• Participate in required documentation, meetings, and reporting to monitor progress and compliance
• Utilize teletherapy platforms as necessary to ensure continuity of services
• Complete onboarding requirements as required by the district, including signing a contract and possible fingerprinting prior to start

This welcoming district values innovative professionals who strive to empower students in their academic journeys. With an efficient, remote interview process and training provided as needed, you can quickly integrate and make a significant impact.

Compensation for this position ranges from $18.00 to $65.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.