What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at Welder Elementary School?
Auxiliary - Position - Other
Primary Purpose
Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing occupational therapy services to students with physical, developmental, sensory, and/or emotional disabilities. Implement therapy programs and interventions designed by the Occupational Therapist to help students develop, improve, and maintain skills necessary for educational participation and independence in the school environment.
Education/Certification
Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Current certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Current Texas license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) issued by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE)
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, techniques, and interventions
Knowledge of school-based occupational therapy practices and special education procedures
Knowledge of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and sensory integration strategies
Ability to work effectively with students with disabilities
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and recordkeeping skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA requirements
Experience
Experience working as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred
Experience working with children in educational or pediatric settings preferred
Primary Purpose
Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing occupational therapy services to students with physical, developmental, sensory, and/or emotional disabilities. Implement therapy programs and interventions designed by the Occupational Therapist to help students develop, improve, and maintain skills necessary for educational participation and independence in the school environment.
Education/Certification
Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Current certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Current Texas license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) issued by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE)
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, techniques, and interventions
Knowledge of school-based occupational therapy practices and special education procedures
Knowledge of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and sensory integration strategies
Ability to work effectively with students with disabilities
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and recordkeeping skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA requirements
Experience
Experience working as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred
Experience working with children in educational or pediatric settings preferred