Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

School District 49 is actively seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant within Special Services. This position is eligible for a one time signing bonus of $2,500 payable on December 15, 2026 and a retention bonus of $2,500 after three years of employment payable on June 15, 2030.

Calendar: School Year - 172 days

Reports to: Special Education Zone Administrator / Assigned Occupational Therapist

Hourly rate of pay: Starting pay is $28.74 per hour to $36.12 per hour depending upon previous relevant experience. Actual starting pay rate will be determined after a review of the work experience provided on the job application.

Full-time or Part-time: Full-time

Benefits: Benefits available

About District 49

School District 49, the fastest growing district in the Pikes Peak region, hosts 23 exceptional schools and programs within four distinct innovation zones, providing preK-12-aligned curriculum, online and alternative programming and homeschool enrichment. Home to more than 23,000 students and 2,000 staff members, District 49 aims to be the best choice to learn, work and lead. As one of Colorado's only two recognized Districts of Innovation, District 49 is a challenging and stimulating place to lead. As part of our commitment to innovate, we host a robust portfolio of conventional, charter, online, and blended schools, including homeschool support as well as career and technical education. We are passionate about providing individualized educational experiences that launch every student toward success. Our teachers, administrators and staff members are committed to the creation of educational environments where all children can maximize their individual learning potential. Further, we are committed to meeting students' needs in all domains: academic, social and physical. An emphasis in all activities will be toward empowering students to take an active role in their own learning.

Application Instructions

The entire application process is completed online via the Applitrack system. For your application to be deemed complete, you must complete the application in its entirety including all applicable disclosure questions.

Non-Discrimination Disclosure

District 49 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.