School-Based COTA

Pediatric Developmental Services; Yulee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement account with company match

Short-term disability

Unlimited CEUs

Licensure reimbursement

Materials stipend

Mentorship program

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) seeks a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to support students in public schools. You will provide OT services aligned with IEPs/504 plans and collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to create meaningful outcomes in school and beyond.

The role emphasizes hands-on therapy, progress tracking, professionalism, and participation in a mentorship program, with comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and licensure support.

Qualifications

• State license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L)
• Bachelor's degree required

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality OT services to students based on IEPs/504 plans
• Assess fine motor skills, handwriting, and related areas to determine strengths and needs
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other therapists to support student progress in school setting

Skills

COTA license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time school-based Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA).

Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to improve their lives through exceptional occupational therapy? If so, this may be the position for you!

This COTA position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• Retirement Account with company matching
• Short Term Disability
• Unlimited CEUs
• Licensure reimbursement
• Materials Stipend
• Great Mentorship Program!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST Assistant

• State License as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L)
• Bachelor's degree

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COTA

As a COTA you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children. Setting them up for success both in the school setting and beyond is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career!

You will provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. As a caring therapist, you determine their strengths and areas of concern in fine motor skills, handwriting, and other areas.

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.