What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position at Willmar School District?
Under the direction of the building Principal with guidance from the Director of Student Services and the Occupational Therapist (OT), the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides direct occupational therapy services to students (birth through age twenty-one). The COTA supports the Occupational Therapist in implementing and/or monitoring therapeutic programs and services to maximize student skills.
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
December 30, 2025
Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Position
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Location
Multi Building Position
Rate of Pay
$27.00-$38.00, Based upon qualifications and experience
Hours Per Day
7.5 Hours Per Day
Schedule (Approximately)
7:30am - 3:30pm - Elementary
7:15am - 3:15pm Secondary
Working Days per Year
182 Days
Benefits
Benefits may be prorated based upon start date. Information listed below is based upon a full school year in this position.
- $10,761 Health Insurance Contribution
- Pension Plan - PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association
- Multiple Voluntary Benefits including:
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Medical Bridge
- Accident Coverage
- Critical Illness
- Identity Theft
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care)
- Paid Time Off
- Personal Leave - 2 Days
- Sick Leave/Earned Safe & Sick Time - 12 Days
Bargaining Unit
Not Applicable
Qualifications Required
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
Testing Required
All job offers from Willmar Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check.
How to Apply
Apply On-Line: Click Here
Closing Date
Open until filled
Salary : $27 - $38