School Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Cross Country Education; Cozad (NE); On-site; USD 96,895,000 - 105,568,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education in Gurnee, IL is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support K–12 students with individualized occupational therapy services. You will work under supervision to help students develop fine motor, sensory, and functional skills in the school setting.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance and an active Illinois COTA license, with school-based experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active Illinois COTA License.
• Experience in a school-based setting with K–12 students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to K–12 students in the school setting.
• Implement individualized therapy activities aligned with students' goals.
• Collaborate with OTs, teachers, and school staff to monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Active Illinois COTA License

Job description

Help students build the skills they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond! Join Cross Country Education as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) and support K–12 students through individualized occupational therapy services in Gurnee, IL.

Position Overview

• Provide occupational therapy services and interventions to K–12 students, supporting fine motor, sensory, functional, and school-related skills.
• Implement individualized therapy activities and strategies aligned with students’ educational and occupational therapy goals.
• Collaborate with occupational therapists, teachers, and school staff to monitor student progress and promote participation in the school environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, student progress, and therapy-related activities in accordance with school and professional requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Active Illinois Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) License
• Experience providing occupational therapy services in a school-based setting with K–12 students preferred

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $33.80 - $36.90per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to supportlong-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable school-based schedule with 30 hours per week and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education
Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.