School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Valley Center, California

Sunbelt Staffing; Valley Center (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

District supervision and training

Paid administrative time

Team meetings

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support students across multiple K-12 schools on a contract basis. Flexible full-time or part-time hours and collaboration with a district team enable meaningful impact on student outcomes.

You will implement therapy plans, provide direct and indirect services, and coordinate with educators. Anticipate travel between campuses with ongoing professional development and district supervision.

Qualifications

• Active California COTA license required.
• Experience in school-based or healthcare COTA settings preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse K-12 populations across multiple campuses.
• Familiarity with providing support as part of an educational team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable balancing a caseload and meeting IEP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans under the supervision of an OT.
• Provide direct and indirect student services as outlined in IEPs.
• Collaborate with educators and specialists to support student success.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all services.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development.
• Travel between assigned schools as needed (itinerant role).

Skills

Active California COTA license

School-based or healthcare COTA exp

Diverse K-12 populations

Educational team collaboration

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Step into a fulfilling contract opportunity supporting students across multiple K-12 schools as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). This dynamic role offers flexible full-time hours (3537.5 hours per week) or part-time options, providing ample work-life balance. Youll enjoy collaborating within a supportive district team and will be making a tangible impact on student lives.

Apply your experience delivering direct and indirect services while benefiting from administrative time and paid team meetings. Multiple schools will be assigned within close proximity, ensuring a refreshing variety in your daily routine.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active California COTA license required
• Previous experience in school-based or healthcare COTA settings preferred
• Ability to work with diverse K12 populations across multiple campuses
• Familiarity with providing support as part of an educational team
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable balancing a caseload and meeting IEP requirements

Responsibilities:

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans under the supervision of an OT
• Provide direct and indirect student services as outlined in IEPs
• Collaborate with educators and specialists to support student success
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all services
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
• Travel between assigned schools as needed (itinerant role)

Benefits and Perks:

• Flexible scheduling: Choose full or part-time hours to fit your lifestyle
• Dedicated support from the districtincluding supervision and training
• Paid administrative time and team meetings
• Opportunities for professional growth throughout the school year
• Contract position offering meaningful, impactful work in a collaborative educational environment

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.