What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position at Light Street Special Education Solutions?
Overview
Now interviewing for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to work in a school setting in Arizona!
- Local Clinical Manager support
- Competitive compensation ~ W2 Hourly, Rate DOE, compensated for direct & indirect
- Benefit packages that include different plan options that work for you and your family, which includes medical/dental/vision
- 401k
- Professional development allowance, licensure and professional association dues reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance! Referral Bonuses!
Light Street Special Education Solutions (http://www.lightstreetsolutions.com), a division of LEARN Academy (LEARN Academy® School Support Services and Education Network) helps schools succeed by providing comprehensive special education programs and services. We partner with schools to improve the quality and efficiency of services provided to children with special needs. We offer an array of flexible solutions that are grounded in evidence-based practices and focused on achieving positive outcomes for our students and school partners.
Responsibilities
As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Light Street Special Education Solutions, a division of LEARN Academy, you play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of comprehensive special education services to children with special needs. Working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement evidence-based interventions that promote students' participation and success in their educational environment.
Your responsibilities span across various school settings, interacting with teachers, administrators, parents, and other therapy professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student care. You assist in evaluating students' needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring progress towards individualized education program (IEP) goals.
As part of Light Street Special Education Solutions, you contribute to the company's mission of improving the quality and efficiency of special education services. Your work directly supports positive outcomes for students and strengthens partnerships with schools, aligning with the organization's commitment to evidence-based practices and flexible solutions in special education.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Providing direct therapy services to students, focusing on improving their functional abilities in areas such as fine motor skills, sensory processing, and activities of daily living.
- Collaborating with classroom teachers to integrate occupational therapy strategies into the educational curriculum.
- Assisting in the adaptation of learning environments and materials to enhance student participation and independence.
- Contributing to the IEP process by providing insights on student progress and recommending appropriate interventions.
- Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of student assessments, interventions, and progress.
- Participating in team meetings and professional development activities to stay current with best practices in school-based occupational therapy.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to the needs of the organization.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program
- Maintain AZ COTA license requirements
- Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint card
Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy offers a competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plan, 401(k), paid holidays and personal time off.
Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be presently eligible to work in the United States.
