Certified Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant Minds In Motion - Pediatric Therapy Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time $30.00 - $35.08 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits License reimbursement Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Qualifications Skilled nursing facility experience Inpatient experience Clinic experience Associate's degree in occupational therapy COTA Working with families Patient interaction Early intervention Associate's degree Full Job Description Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Minds in Motion Pediatric Therapy Norfolk/Chesapeake, Virginia Help Children Thrive Through Play, Relationships, and Connection Do you believe the best therapy happens on the floor, in play, and alongside families? At Minds in Motion Pediatric Therapy, we're looking for a compassionate, playful, and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing pediatric practice. This is more than a treatment position—it's an opportunity to become part of a team that values relationships, curiosity, creativity, and meaningful connections with children and their families. If you're passionate about pediatric therapy and excited to deepen your skills in DIR/Floortime®, play-based intervention, sensory processing, emotional regulation, and parent coaching, we'd love to meet you. About Minds in Motion Minds in Motion is a relationship-centered pediatric occupational therapy practice serving children with developmental, sensory, emotional, and social-emotional differences. We partner closely with families to help children build confidence, participation, regulation, and independence through meaningful everyday experiences.

Our areas of focus include:

Emotional regulation Sensory processing Executive functioning Social-emotional development Primitive Reflexes Neurodiversity-affirming care Parent coaching Developmental, play-based intervention We believe every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and successful. Why You'll Love Working Here This isn't a high-volume clinic where productivity comes before people. At Minds in Motion, you'll find: A supportive and collaborative team Individualized mentoring and clinical growth Opportunities to learn DIR/Floortime principles and relationship-based intervention Flexible scheduling Reasonable productivity expectations Time to build meaningful relationships with children and families A workplace that values quality over quantity We're committed to helping you become the best pediatric therapist you can be. What You'll Do Working under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will: Implement individualized treatment plans Facilitate engaging, play-based therapy sessions Support children's sensory, motor, emotional, and social development Encourage participation through meaningful activities Collaborate with families and caregivers during sessions Assist with parent education and home program implementation Document treatment sessions accurately and efficiently Communicate regularly with supervising OTs regarding client progress Participate in team meetings and ongoing professional development QualificationsRequired Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program Current Virginia COTA license (or eligibility) NBCOT certification Passion for working with children and families Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Preferred Pediatric experience Interest in DIR/Floortime®, sensory integration, and developmental approaches Experience supporting neurodivergent children Comfortable working collaboratively with parents Positive, flexible, and growth-oriented mindset New graduates with strong pediatric fieldwork experiences are encouraged to apply. We welcome therapists who are eager to learn and invest in developing exceptional pediatric clinical skills. Compensation & Benefits We value our team and believe investing in our clinicians leads to better outcomes for families.

Benefits may include:

Competitive hourly compensation Flexible scheduling (part-time or full-time) Paid documentation time Individual clinical mentorship Continuing education allowance Opportunities for professional growth and leadership Collaborative, supportive work environment Opportunities to participate in community programs and social groups Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. Who We're Looking For The ideal COTA is someone who: Believes relationships are the foundation of learning Is naturally curious and eager to grow Enjoys collaborating with families Thinks creatively and adapts to each child's unique strengths Values empathy, patience, and connection Wants to make a lasting impact in children's lives To Apply Please submit: Resume A brief cover letter telling us why pediatric therapy inspires you and what excites you about joining Minds in Motion.

Pay:

$30.00 - $35.08 per hour

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Health insurance License reimbursement Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person