School-Based COTA: Impactful Pediatric OT - Remote/On-site

Therapy Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

12-month salaried pay (start of school

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

CEU support

Flexible scheduling

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Therapy Solutions Collective (TSCO) is seeking a School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for the 2026–2027 school year. This on-site, full-time role supports IEP goals and collaborates with OTs, teachers, and families to enable student participation in classrooms.

You will help students develop fine motor and sensory skills, collect progress data, and adapt activities to meet individual needs, ensuring compliance with district and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Active state COTA license required lacking licensure disqualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of IEP goals under supervision of licensed OT.
• Provide direct and consultative OT services to students in school settings.
• Assist students in developing fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor, and self-care skills.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate therapy into classroom activities.
• Collect data and report progress toward IEP goals to supervising OT.
• Prepare and organize materials aligned with therapeutic goals.
• Participate in IEP and team meetings as appropriate.
• Promote independence and functional participation in education.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Active COTA license

School-based OT knowledge

Collaboration & communication

Follow treatment plans

Pediatric/school setting experience

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Therapy Solutions Collective (TSCO) is seeking a School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for the 2026–2027 school year. This on-site, full-time role supports IEP goals and collaborates with OTs, teachers, and families to enable student participation in classrooms.

You will help students develop fine motor and sensory skills, collect progress data, and adapt activities to meet individual needs, ensuring compliance with district and state regulations.