Travel Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) in Oakley, CA
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Oakley, CA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$56–$59 Per Hour
SKILLS
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
LOCATION
Oakley, CA
POSTED
11 days ago
Position Summary
The School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides occupational therapy services to students under the supervision of a licensed, on-site Occupational Therapist. The COTA supports students in developing functional skills that enhance participation in academic activities, daily school routines, and the educational environment in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Essential Responsibilities
Therapy Implementation
- Implement occupational therapy intervention plans developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Provide individual and small-group services aligned with IEP goals.
- Support development of fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, visual-motor, and functional school participation skills.
- Assist students in using adaptive strategies and tools to improve independence.
- Collect and record data on student performance during therapy sessions.
- Maintain service logs and progress information for review by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Report observations and student responses to intervention accurately and promptly.
- Assist with positioning, seating, and environmental adaptations to support student access to learning.
- Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, paraprofessionals, and administrators.
- Support generalization of skills across educational settings.
- Adhere to supervision guidelines and scope of practice established by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and state regulations.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain certification.
- Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Current state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- National certification as a COTA, if required by the state.
- Ability to implement therapy plans under supervision.
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
- Experience working in a school or pediatric setting.
- Familiarity with sensory supports, adaptive equipment, and classroom-based interventions.
- Knowledge of special education processes and IEP implementation.
- Commitment to inclusive practices and student-centered support.
- School-based environment including classrooms, therapy spaces, and common areas.
- Frequent interaction with students requiring physical and sensory support.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move throughout the school day.
- Ability to assist students with positioning, mobility, and functional tasks.
- Ability to demonstrate therapeutic activities and use of adaptive equipment.
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
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