School-Based Occupational Therapist Assistant

Community Unit School District 308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Unit School District 308 is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide school-based therapy designed to maximize students' learning and functional skills within the educational environment.

The COTA will implement interventions under an OT supervisor, document progress, and collaborate with teachers, families, and the IEP team to support access, participation, and success for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree in OTA and NBCOT COTA exam.
• IL licensure as an Occupational Therapist is required.
• Experience with individuals with special needs preferred.
• Experience with OT in educational settings desirable.
• Ability to build effective relationships with students, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Apply OT knowledge under supervision to support students' learning.
• Collaborate with educational teams to promote access and participation.
• Document service delivery and student progress.
• Plan and prepare therapy activities and participate in IEP processes.

Skills

Special needs experience

Educational OT experience

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Illinois Licensure as an Occupational Therapist

Job description

Community Unit School District 308 is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide school-based therapy designed to maximize students' learning and functional skills within the educational environment.

The COTA will implement interventions under an OT supervisor, document progress, and collaborate with teachers, families, and the IEP team to support access, participation, and success for students with disabilities.