School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; COTA Valley Center, California

Step into a fulfilling contract opportunity supporting students across multiple K-12 schools as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). This dynamic role offers flexible full-time hours (3537.5 hours per week) or part-time options, providing ample work-life balance. Youll enjoy collaborating within a supportive district team and will be making a tangible impact on student lives.

Apply your experience delivering direct and indirect services while benefiting from administrative time and paid team meetings. Multiple schools will be assigned within close proximity, ensuring a refreshing variety in your daily routine.

• Active California COTA license required
• Previous experience in school-based or healthcare COTA settings preferred
• Ability to work with diverse K12 populations across multiple campuses
• Familiarity with providing support as part of an educational team
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable balancing a caseload and meeting IEP requirements

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans under the supervision of an OT
• Provide direct and indirect student services as outlined in IEPs
• Collaborate with educators and specialists to support student success
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all services
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development
• Travel between assigned schools as needed (itinerant role)

• Flexible scheduling:
  Choose full or part-time hours to fit your lifestyle
• Dedicated support from the district including supervision and training
• Paid administrative time and team meetings
• Opportunities for professional growth throughout the school year
• Contract position offering meaningful, impactful work in a collaborative educational environment

Compensation for this position ranges from $18.00 to $65.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.