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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; COTA; Daycare
Job in
Northern, Floyd County, Kentucky, USA
Listed on 2026-09-10
Listing for:
H. T. PROF Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-10
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Occupational Therapy, Pediatric Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Northern
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Daycare
Location Birmingham, AL
Type Direct Hire
Posted Sep 8, 2026
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Daycare-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our early childhood care team in Birmingham. Working under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR), you will help infants, toddlers, and preschoolers build the fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, and self-help skills necessary to participate fully in daily play, routines, and early learning environments.
Key Responsibilities- Direct Therapy Delivery: Implement targeted occupational therapy interventions to support toddlers' and preschoolers' individualized developmental goals and early intervention plans.
- Classroom & Play Integration: Focus on functional skill-building through play, including fine motor grasp, tool use (crayons, safety scissors, eating utensils), sensory regulation, self-feeding, dressing, and navigating play spaces safely.
- Collaboration & Support: Work closely with lead daycare teachers, early childhood aides, and support staff to implement sensory breaks, flexible seating modifications, and developmental accommodations during circle time and routine activities.
- Progress Tracking & Reporting: Document child progress toward specific developmental milestones, log therapy sessions, and contribute data for progress updates and team meetings under OTR guidance.
- Equipment & Environmental Setup: Assist with adaptive seating, floor-time support equipment, and assistive play devices tailored for infants, toddlers, and young children.
- Family Engagement: Maintain warm, open communication with parents and caregivers to provide home activity ideas and reinforce daily developmental strategies.
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.
- Licensure: Active (or eligibility for) COTA license from the Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy.
- Certifications: Current NBCOT certification and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.
- Experience: Prior experience working with infants, toddlers, or early childhood pediatric populations preferred.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, patience, creative play-based problem-solving, and deep knowledge of early childhood developmental milestones.
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