What are the responsibilities and job description for the School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Lenexa, Kansas position at Bilingual Therapies?
Step into an impactful contract role as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, supporting school-based occupational therapists in the Kansas City area. You'll be a valued contributor, helping students reach developmental and functional goals in their daily school environment. This assignment runs from ASAP through May 2027, offering the rare benefit of setting your own schedule.
Work closely with district-registered OTs to make a difference across 1–3 assigned campuses, empowering students and lightening caseloads for your supervising therapists. As a COTA, you'll implement therapeutic activities, support students’ sensory-motor and self-help skills, and observe progress, all under professional supervision.
Key Qualifications:
- Valid Kansas Occupational Therapy Assistant license (or eligibility)
- Experience in school settings or pediatric therapy is highly desirable
- Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
- Ability to travel between multiple campuses weekly
- Commitment to maintaining documentation and following therapy plans
Primary Responsibilities:
- Deliver occupational therapy interventions designed by supervising OTs
- Collaborate with educators and families to support student progress
- Visit each assigned campus weekly, coordinating directly with supervising therapists
- Monitor, document, and report on student response to interventions
- Adapt schedules and priorities as needed for maximum impact
Perks & Benefits:
- Flexible, self-determined scheduling for optimal work-life balance
- Opportunity to contribute to student growth in a dynamic, multi-campus environment
- Professional collaboration with experienced occupational therapists
- Long-term contract stability through May 2027
If you thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments and appreciate a role with flexibility and autonomy, this opportunity lets you put your COTA skills to work where they matter most. Submit your application today and help students achieve greater independence and success!
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