School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Champaign, Illinois

Sunbelt Staffing; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support students in an onsite setting near Champaign, IL. You will provide direct occupational therapy services and collaborate with educators to implement IEP goals, ensuring meaningful participation and progress for students.

The role emphasizes teamwork with therapists and teachers, flexible caseloads, and a supportive school environment where your clinical skills help shape student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois COTA license required.
• Experience in school or pediatric setting valued.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Familiarity with developing and implementing IEPs preferred.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing caseloads and student needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students as directed by supervising therapists.
• Support and document students IEP goals, progress, and session notes.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary educational team to address student needs.
• Assist in developing classroom strategies and modifications to foster student participation.
• Communicate with families and staff to monitor and encourage student progress.

Skills

Effective communication

IEP familiarity

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Illinois COTA license

Job description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) serving students in an educational setting near Champaign, IL. This onsite position offers the chance to support student growth, collaborate with educators and therapists, and further your skills in a vibrant school environment.

Your expertise in occupational therapy will be key in helping students develop essential skills for their academic and personal success. The hours per week and specific caseload will be determined based on current needs, ensuring you can make a tailored impact where its needed most.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Active Illinois COTA license required
• Previous experience working in a school or pediatric setting is highly valued
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents
• Familiarity with developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) is preferred
• Flexibility to adapt to changing caseloads and student needs
• Compliance with district-specific requirements; any additional state, district, or special certifications requested by administration may be needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students as directed by supervising therapists
• Support and document students IEP goals, progress, and session notes
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary educational team to address student needs
• Assist in developing classroom strategies and modifications to foster student participation
• Communicate with families and staff to monitor and encourage student progress

Onsite Benefits Include:

• Competitive weekly pay bundled with health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan to support your long-term goals

Embrace a chance to positively impact lives while advancing your professional journey as a COTA. If youre driven to empower students and meet the above qualifications,

Compensation for this position ranges from $20.00 to $46.00. 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.