School-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Full-time · Phoenix & Buckeye, AZ
About the Role
I'm partnering with a respected education and therapy organization offering integrated OT, ABA, and Speech Therapy services across the Valley. This school-based OTA role supports students from early childhood through young adulthood at the Phoenix campus and Buckeye (once weekly). You'll help students build functional, sensory, and life skills within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment following a traditional school calendar (August-May) with an optional summer program.
What You'll Do
Deliver direct and consultative OT services under supervision of a licensed OT.
Use a push-in classroom model-collaborate with teachers and integrate OT goals into daily lessons.
Support fine motor, handwriting, feeding, and life skills development; assist older students with vocational readiness.
Maintain accurate documentation, participate in IEP meetings, and communicate progress to caregivers and school staff.
Qualifications
Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Active Arizona OTA license (or eligibility).
Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability working across classrooms and with diverse teacher styles.
Experience in special education or behavioral settings preferred.
Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $60,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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