Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant K12 School-Based Services Sunbelt Staffing has an opening for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in a K12 school setting in Bethel, Connecticut. This contract position is available ASAP and is expected to continue through the beginning of December 2026. The COTA will support students across a broad K12 caseload while working alongside the schools occupational therapy team. Responsibilities Provide occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist Implement treatment activities aligned with students individualized goals and plans Support students with fine motor, sensory, functional, and classroom-related skills Document services and maintain accurate student records Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other school personnel Communicate student progress and participate in relevant school meetings Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with students across a wide age range Organized and dependable approach to documentation and service delivery Ability to collaborate effectively within a school-based team Qualifications Active Connecticut COTA license/certification required NBCOT certification required Pediatric or school-based experience preferred Experience Previous experience working with children or adolescents is preferred Experience serving students in a K12 educational setting is beneficial Education Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program Work Hours MondayFriday, 8:30 AM3:30 PM Full-time, 35 hours per week Employment Type Full-Time, Contract Industry Education /

School-Based Therapy Job Location:

Bethel, Connecticut Date Posted:

September 25, 2026

Valid Through:

December 4, 2026 To learn more about this COTA position or to apply, please contact Sarah Misurac, Hiring Manager, at sarah.misurac@sunbeltstaffing.com or 813-792-3437. Compensation for this position ranges from $40.00 to $60.00. 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.