Step into a role where your expertise as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) makes a real impact in a school environment. This full-time, on-site contract opportunity is designed for a seasoned COTA with strong school-based or extensive pediatric experience. Work with students ranging from ages 3 to 21, conducting evaluations, providing direct and consultative services, and collaborating within a supportive educational team. You'll be assigned to 6-7 schools located within a targeted zone on the southwest side of Houston, with assignments tailored to minimize commuting. The majority of your caseload will be consultation-based, with approximately 30-40 students receiving direct therapy services—managed on a rotational basis, so no two days are ever quite the same. As a valued specialist, you'll attend ARD meetings, assist an Occupational Therapist, and keep precise records using SHARES and Onward software, as well as maintain an excel log for IEPs.

Key Qualifications:

Active Texas COTA licensure (required) Demonstrated school or pediatric therapy experience Comfort with managing a large caseload across multiple sites Strong skills in documentation and technology for healthcare records Ability to travel between assigned schools within a designated area Professionalism in collaborating with educators, families, and students Must not have previously worked as an employee of the district

Primary Responsibilities:

Deliver direct and consultative occupational therapy services to a diverse student population Participate in assessments and ARD meetings Maintain timely and accurate documentation using school district software Communicate effectively with families and multidisciplinary teams Adapt to varying schedules to serve student needs Credentialing includes fingerprinting and may involve an eligibility prescreen interview. This is your chance to advance your practice while fostering student success in a dynamic educational setting. to take the next step in your COTA career! #p11