What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant(Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR) position at Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org)?
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Summary
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation to students in the school setting. Reviews and consults with an Occupational Therapists on an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) to provide services for a student who qualifies for occupational therapy services.
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Minimum Requirements
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Exceptional Education Department - Sites vary
FTE: 1.0 - 7.5 hours per day - 1 position available
Work Calendar: 9.5 month
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.
Summary
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation to students in the school setting. Reviews and consults with an Occupational Therapists on an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) to provide services for a student who qualifies for occupational therapy services.
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Minimum Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- Successful completion of the NBCOT exam and current COTA certification. Certification must be maintained current during course of employment
- Verbal & Written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instruction
- At least 2 years of experience working with youth ages 3-18
- Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
- Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
- MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
- Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees
- Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LOCATION: Exceptional Education Department - Sites vary
FTE: 1.0 - 7.5 hours per day - 1 position available
Work Calendar: 9.5 month
Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.
Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.
Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.