Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) One Year Only
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Job Location:
Colchester, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
25-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION TITLE: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) (One Year Only)GENERAL DESCRIPTION: As a collaborative member of the Special Education team the CertifiedOccupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) works under the supervision of a district Occupational Therapist and provides direct or consultative services to identified students in grades preschool - fifth grade. Student services are provided in the least restrictive environment facilitating access to the general education curriculum. The COTA assists with observation and data collection and helps to develop IEP goals objectives and accommodations. Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist the COTA delivers a variety of instruction designed to develop and refine fine motor visual motor visual perceptual and sensorimotor skills the use of assistive technology devices for access to instruction and learning and executive functioning skills so that they can be an active participant in their role as a student. WAGE CATEGORY: Grade 6. Non-Exempt (hourly) Pay rate based on relevant experience and placement on union salary OF EMPLOYMENT: Per School Board and Support Staff Agreement if position exceeds 20 hours per week otherwise per current Non-Union Support Staff TO: Occupational Therapist Director of Student Support Services or DesigneeEVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated annually in person and in writing by the Building Principal/Designee in consultation with classroom teachers other instructional support service teachers coordinators and/or :1. Must have VT COTA licensure or be in the process of acquiring it 2. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.3. Ability to Familiarity with inclusive education strategies.4. Ability to plan student lessons and work independently with individuals and groups.5. Commitment to the Districts Vision RESPONSIBILITIES can include but are not limited to:1. Will work under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist:2. Work in conjunction with multidisciplinary educational teams3. Assist the Occupational Therapist with informal assessment of developmental skills (e.g. oral motor sensory integration motor planning developmental function activities of daily living to include personal hygiene fine motor function postural tone etc.) to determine present levels of function and develop recommendations4. Attend IEP meetings for reporting purposes special education staff meetings and building events if requested5. Assist the Occupational Therapist with staff consultation IEP goals and Progress Report development6. Follow and implement students IEPs and/or documented treatment plans 7. Document student progress toward meeting established objectives and report the information to therapist8. Develop and maintain a consistent service delivery schedule9. Adapt school and classroom environment tools and materials under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist to improve student function and facilitate student access to activities and learning10. Provide inclusive occupational therapy intervention and support that is integrated into Multi Tiered Levels of Support 11. Complete job-related functions including paperwork in a timely manner and in compliance with special education regulations12. Be able to move and position oneself to adequately operate therapy equipment including lifting up to 30 lbs.13. Demonstrates and adhere to district policies and procedures14. Maintains confidentiality of student information and records15. Perform all other duties as assigned WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Noise level in work environment is quiet to moderate2. Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditionsPHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1. Frequently required to stand walk and sit2. Regularly required to see talk and hear3. Regularly required to use hands to finger handle or feel4. Regularly required to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts5. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb steps; stoop kneel or crouch6. Occasionally lift carry move and/or restrain school aged students7. Occasionally required to drive
Key Skills
- Employee Evaluation
- HIPAA
- Data Collection
- HTTPS
- Physiology Knowledge
- Physio therapy
- Computer Literacy
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Critical Care Experience
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
Union Memorial School, part of the Colchester School District, is a K-2 school located in Colchester, Vermont. Through the efforts of a generous PTO, many wonderful parent volunteers, and a caring and energetic staff, UMS is a great place to be a student!
