School-Based Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Job Open

BlazerJobs • Travel • Scranton, PA, USA • 1m ago

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) degree, active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license, and 1+ years Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Job in Scranton, PA
Pay: $30$37+/hr (based on experience)

Blazer Jobs is actively interviewing COTAs for a school-basedopeningin the Scranton, PA area. This position offers the chance to support students from kindergarten through age 21, helping them succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Requirements:

Associates degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Current Pennsylvania COTA license
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification
Previous school-based or pediatric experience preferred
Ability to pass a background check and obtain required clearances (FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal History)
Adherence to district and state regulations

Responsibilities:

Provide therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
Support students in developing fine motor, sensory processing, and functional life skills
Implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and document student progress
Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and families to ensure holistic student support
Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and district requirements
Foster independence and skill-building across academic, social, and daily living areas