School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Whites City, New Mexico

Whites City, NM
Sunbelt Schools - COTA Contract 1 day ago Apply

Step into a dynamic contract role as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), supporting students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Make a meaningful daily impact by delivering direct therapy services within an educational setting. You’ll collaborate with passionate educators and allied professionals, helping students reach their fullest potential both academically and developmentally.

Qualifications:

  • Active New Mexico COTA license required
  • School-based or pediatric experience highly valued
  • Preferred: Current New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) license
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
  • Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive therapy environment
  • Flexibility to work with a range of ages and abilities
  • Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct occupational therapy services to a diverse K-12 student caseload
  • Partner closely with school staff and licensed OTs to support student IEP goals
  • Implement treatment plans and intervention strategies designed to increase student participation
  • Accurately document student progress and maintain timely records
  • Adapt therapy techniques to meet individualized student needs
  • Contribute to IEP meetings and share insights to optimize student outcomes
  • Engage regularly with teachers and families to encourage carryover of therapy goals
  • This opportunity allows for professional growth, as you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting students across a broad age spectrum in a dynamic educational environment. Play a key role in helping students build essential life and classroom skills from their early years through graduation.

    If you’re a motivated COTA eager to make a difference in the lives of students, we want to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your school-based therapy career!

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