Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Full-time w/Benefits >> School-based Phoenix and North Mesa Mesa, AZ 85215 Full-time Full-time
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a COTA for the 2026-27 school year! You will be a full-time employee with full benefits . We serve many schools in the valley for Occupational Therapy & Speech, you'll be part of a dynamic team and supervised by one of our own OTs.
Schools are in:
Phoenix and North Mesa Top-tier employee benefits! Sign-on Bonus Medical, Dental, Vision
- tax free, generous company contribution 401(k) Retirement Plan
- with company matching Profit Sharing Expense Reimbursements (CEUs, License Fees, Dues, etc.) Life plus AD&D Insurance
- $100,000 combined policy that is 100% company paid! Employee Assistance
- free counseling Mileage Reimbursement
- if traveling between schools or long commutes Relocation Package
- if moving Paid Time Off
- paid breaks & holidays plus personal time Paid Sick Time Summers Off Workers' Compensation
- full statutory coverage Unemployment Insurance
- build solid earnings history Biweekly Payroll Direct Deposit
- including app for viewing paystubs == Job Duties ==
Professional Responsibility:
You are the school's COTA with its natural set of typical duties attendant to the role. Adherence to state law and rules governing the practice of your license and federal law and rules governing IEPs and 504 Plans is mandatory.
Implementing Therapy Plans:
Carry out individual or group therapy sessions with students targeting specific therapy goals.
Monitoring Progress:
Track and document students' progress during therapy sessions, provide valuable feedback to the OT.
Creating and Preparing Materials:
Assist in creating or preparing therapy materials, aids, and resources to support students' learning and development.
Providing Classroom Support:
Collaborate with teachers and other school staff to implement strategies that facilitate speech and language skills within the classroom environment.
Supporting Home Practice:
Work with students to ensure that therapy goals are reinforced through activities at home.
Recordkeeping and Reporting:
Maintain up-to-date, accurate records of therapy sessions, progress reports, and other necessary documentation in order to be compliant with laws and rules. Required Current, active state license Able to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance to work in an educational setting Must have own laptop Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the facility Maintains professional working relationships with all team members Able to take feedback from colleagues, administrators, teachers, and parents Pediatric experience is preferred. Prior experience at a school is preferred. We offer competitive pay in a fun and empowering team-oriented environment. Compensation is comensurate with experience. Please submit your resume for consideration and to discuss details further . Contact us today!
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance License reimbursement Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please characterize your ability to handle feedback from various sources If you don't have an active OTA license in the state, then please describe the circumstance if not (relocating, lapsed renewal, etc.) Please do not apply if you've never been an OTA anywhere. Please list some days and time ranges of availability for a phone interview where we discuss details and ask each other questions, allow for 20 minutes: Are you able to commit for the remainder of the school year? ...please describe details if this is not the case such as vacations or other limiting plans:
License/Certification:
Occupational Therapy Assistant License in AZ (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person