Virtual School-Based COTA: Telehealth & IEP Impact

Accel Schools; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 769 000 - 941 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide support in virtual school settings. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students, focusing on fine motor skills and functional participation in learning environments. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy and be proficient in telehealth platforms.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement contributions

Discounted childcare

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of school-based or pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Ability to establish a remote working environment that ensures student confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to provide virtual services.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions for fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, and functional participation.
• Document student performance data and progress toward IEP goals.
• Monitor and report on student response to interventions.

Skills

Virtual services using telehealth platforms

Computer-based documentation systems

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program

NBCOT certification

Job description

A leading educational organization is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide support in virtual school settings. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students, focusing on fine motor skills and functional participation in learning environments. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy and be proficient in telehealth platforms.