Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Exemption Status/Test: Non-exempt

Reports to: Director of Special Education Date Revised: 06/09/2026

Dept./School: Special Education/Assigned Campus(es)

Plan and provide therapy to students with mental physical or emotional disabilities under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist. Provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental functioning increase independent functioning and/or adjust to disabilities.

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas license as an occupational therapist assistant granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of rehabilitation procedures activities and equipment used in occupational therapy as specified by the occupational therapy plan of care

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Experience as an occupational therapist assistant in a school setting preferred

1. Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with occupational therapy goals contained in students Individual Education Plans (IEP).
2. Monitor student progress and make recommendations regarding occupational therapy services.
3. Assist occupational therapist to revise short-term student goals.
4. Assist with instructing teachers staff and parents in use of adaptive equipment assistive technology programs or devices and integration of therapy goals into the educational program.

1. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level interests and needs of the student.
2. Establish control and administer discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook as directed by the occupational therapist.

1. Communicate with members of the Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with the interpretation of assessment data appropriate placement and goal setting for students according to district procedures.

1. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.
2. Comply with policies established by federal and state law State Board of Education rule and local board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
3. Maintain confidentiality.
4. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Tools/Equipment Used: Special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Frequent standing sitting kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing pulling and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension

Lifting: Regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint assisting nonambulatory students

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards bacteria and communicable diseases; may require districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

*Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race color sex (including pregnancy) national origin religion age disability genetic information veteran or military status or any other legally protected status. Additionally the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The district Title IX Coordinator is Mr. Scott Martindale Superintendent 6735 Ted Trout Dr. Lufkin TX 75904 ph.: .

Required Experience:

Junior IC