What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA position at Expatiate Communications?
Expatiate Communications is a leader in special education, redefining the way special education programs are designed and delivered. By leveraging data and technology, we focus on improving academic outcomes and providing equitable access to all students. We develop and implement innovative and sustainable special education programs for Education Agencies, charter schools, families, schools, districts, and County Offices of Education.
About Expatiate Communication Inc
Expatiate Communications is a management consulting firm with unmatched expertise in special education. We work with local school districts, COEs and State educational agencies and families on best practices on instruction, services, operations, staffing, technology, organization, compliance, fiscal as well as efficiency in special education. Together with our clients, Expatiate provides achieving clear educational benefits for students with disabilities and assists clients deliver a high quality sustainable special education program. The program-oriented advice, systems and processes focus on the reducing the educational gap by not just serving the student’s needs but by building capacity among various educator groups. All our institutional as well as individual clients receive a full continuum of supports, services and placements to all students as per their IEPs.
Description
Statewide Travel Required, including to our central office in Pasadena, CA, for meetings. Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem
School Setting K-12
$25-$50 | DOE & Job Type
On-site Training and support are provided by the central office team in Pasadena.
Sign-on bonuses are available for select positions. Please inquire for details.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated SPED Specialist Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, providing specialized, school-based therapy to K-12 students with special needs. This role involves travel to school sites and providing support on proprietary company platforms such as VillageED and iTAAP.
What We Offer
This job description provides a general overview of the role and key responsibilities, but is not an exhaustive list of all duties or requirements. Expatiate Communications is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
Salary
$25 - $50 per hour
About Expatiate Communication Inc
Expatiate Communications is a management consulting firm with unmatched expertise in special education. We work with local school districts, COEs and State educational agencies and families on best practices on instruction, services, operations, staffing, technology, organization, compliance, fiscal as well as efficiency in special education. Together with our clients, Expatiate provides achieving clear educational benefits for students with disabilities and assists clients deliver a high quality sustainable special education program. The program-oriented advice, systems and processes focus on the reducing the educational gap by not just serving the student’s needs but by building capacity among various educator groups. All our institutional as well as individual clients receive a full continuum of supports, services and placements to all students as per their IEPs.
Description
Statewide Travel Required, including to our central office in Pasadena, CA, for meetings. Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem
School Setting K-12
$25-$50 | DOE & Job Type
On-site Training and support are provided by the central office team in Pasadena.
Sign-on bonuses are available for select positions. Please inquire for details.
About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated SPED Specialist Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, providing specialized, school-based therapy to K-12 students with special needs. This role involves travel to school sites and providing support on proprietary company platforms such as VillageED and iTAAP.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $25.00 – $50.00 per hour, DOE
- Company-provided laptops, resources, and tools for success.
- Mileage reimbursement at IRS rates.
- Reimbursement for approved travel expenses.
- Professional, collaborative work environment with growth opportunities.
- Implement therapeutic activities to help students with sensory processing, fine and gross motor skills, and daily living activities.
- Provide training to school staff and parents on how to incorporate therapy goals into daily routines.
- Document student progress by maintaining detailed records of therapy sessions for IEP reports.
- Collaborate with other professionals by participating in IEP meetings to support students.
- Travel to school sites across California and occasionally to our Pasadena, CA, for corporate meetings.
- Provide client support on VillageED and iTAAP platforms.
- State Board Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software.
This job description provides a general overview of the role and key responsibilities, but is not an exhaustive list of all duties or requirements. Expatiate Communications is an equal-opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
Salary
$25 - $50 per hour
Salary : $25 - $50