Bachelor's or Master's degree in School Psychology, active School Psychologist license and minimum 1+ years School Psychologist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Schedule: Full-Time preferred | Part-Time considered | Onsite
Contract Type: School-Year Assignment
Contract Dates: August 2025 May 2026 (with potential extension for ESY through June 2026)
Potential for Renewal: High potential for continued placements
About This Opportunity
BlazerJobs is partnering with a supportive district in southern New Mexico to hire a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for the 20252026 school year. This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about helping students succeed in both academic and functional settings. The district offers strong collaboration, manageable caseloads, and compensation for travel between campuses if required.
Assignment Details
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Caseload Size: Mid-40s to 50 students
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Setting: K12 schools within a small district
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Workload: Direct therapy and consultation services
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Support: Strong team support from district staff and supervisors
Why This Role Matters
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Support students independence and access to the curriculum
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Collaborate with educators, families, and therapy teams
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Provide interventions that directly impact student success in school environments
What Were Looking For
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Active New Mexico COTA license (must be obtained prior to start)
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PED certification through the NM Department of Education (may begin working while pending approval)
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Experience in school-based settings preferred, but strong new grads will be considered
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Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
Benefits (for full-time positions)
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Competitive weekly pay via W-2 direct deposit
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Full healthcare benefits for 30+ hours/week
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401(k) retirement plan with employer match
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CEU reimbursement and professional development opportunities
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Ongoing recruiter support
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Paid travel time between campuses if required
Who To Contact:
Nicole Schuler Senior Recruiting Advisor
813-776-0378 (Call/Text)
nicole.schuler@blazerjobs.com
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LinkedIn: Link - Contact Directly Via LinkedIn
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CURRENTLY PLACING:
Speech-Language Pathologists | Occupational Therapists | Physical Therapists | Assistants SLPA, COTA, PTA | School Psychologists | Educational Diagnosticians | Special Education Teachers | Orientation & Mobility Specialists | Adaptive Physical Education Teachers | Guidance Counselors and More
