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TheraPeds
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Job Description
About Us TheraPeds Partners is a Colorado based, therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with local schools to provide Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment. Requirements Job Description and Responsibilities This is a part-time, on-site role as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) serving a school located in Georgetown, CO. The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting assessments, developing IEP plans, evaluating progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs. Job Details Part-time, 8-15 hours/week 2026-2027 School year, September
- May/June. K
- 12 grades Job duties: direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, case management Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time On-site, in-person Dual support from the District and TheraPeds Manageable caseloads $35
- 45+/hour ($385
- 495/week+) Qualifications Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program Active New Colorado COTA license through the CO Regulation & Licensing Department NBCOT Certification Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) Experience working with children Strong foundation in Sensory Integration and ability to identify and analyze areas of developmental and sensory-motor dysfunction Organizational and time management skills Proficient in use of technology Fingerprint background clearance Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications Physical Requirements Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance
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What they do
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.
$58,442 / year median in Colorado
+11% projected growth