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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (0.50 FTE)
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An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$76,536 / year median in California
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (0.50 FTE) at Orinda Union School District Print Application Deadline 9/18/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 9/1/2026 Contact Keli Cooper 925-258-6207 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $37.60 - $42.32 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Annual advanced degree stipend of $1464 Length of Work Year 184 Days Employment Type Part Time About the Employer The Orinda Union School District (OUSD) consists of five schools serving students in grades TK-8, with a total enrollment of approximately 2,500 students. Orinda is a small, vibrant, and increasingly diverse suburban community, known for its strong commitment to education and the success of its top-ranked schools. Our schools have earned multiple California Distinguished School Awards and have been recognized with both California and National Blue Ribbon status. Orinda is fortunate to benefit from exceptional support from parents and the community, as demonstrated by the passage of local bonds and parcel tax measures. These investments ensure that our campus facilities are as outstanding as the teaching and learning taking place within our classrooms. At OUSD, we are dedicated to providing each student with an exceptional educational experience. We believe in working together to address systemic challenges to educational equity, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. We invite you to be a part of our dynamic team! Job Summary Job Summary Pending Board Approval - September 3, 2026 Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides occupational therapy services and supports to students in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, and applicable educational service plans. The COTA implements occupational therapy intervention activities and strategies developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist to support students' participation and success in educational activities. The COTA works with students individually and in small groups and may provide services within classrooms and other educational environments. The COTA collects and documents student performance data, communicates observations and progress to the supervising Occupational Therapist, maintains therapy materials and equipment, and performs related duties as assigned. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Certification (ACOTE Certificate) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 preferred (one within past year)) Resume Requirements / Qualifications Certification (ACOTE Certificate) Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 preferred (one within past year)) Resume Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits