Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – School-Based

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma | Part-Time | 2026–2027 School Year | On-Site

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team for a part-time, school-based opportunity in the Oklahoma City, OK area for the 2026–2027 school year.

If you enjoy working with children, collaborating with educators and therapists, and helping students develop the communication skills they need to participate successfully in their school day, this could be a great fit. You'll work with students with support from both the district and the TheraPeds team.

About Us:

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide special education and related services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the educational process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Our mission is to provide high-quality, student-centered services while creating meaningful connections within collaborative learning environments.

Position Details

• Part-time: 20 hours per week
• School year: 2026–2027, October through May/June
• Grades: Elementary through High school
• Setting: On-site, in-person
• Pay: $38–$43/hour, based on experience and employment arrangement
• Guaranteed hours, including designated documentation, planning, and administrative time
• Manageable caseload
• Support from both the school district and TheraPeds Partners

What You'll Do

As a school-based COTA, you'll work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help students develop the functional skills needed to access and participate in their educational environment.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing direct occupational therapy services to students individually and in small groups
• Implementing treatment plans and IEP goals established in collaboration with the supervising OT
• Supporting fine-motor, visual-motor, sensory-motor, self-care, regulation, and functional school skills
• Monitoring student performance and collecting data to measure progress
• Completing timely and accurate documentation
• Providing classroom-based support and consultation, as appropriate
• Contributing information to progress reports, IEPs, and student team discussions within the COTA scope of practice
• Participating in IEP and interdisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate
• Collaborating with teachers, special education staff, families, therapists, and other school professionals
• Communicating regularly with the supervising Occupational Therapist regarding student progress and service needs

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current NBCOT certification
• Active or eligible for Oklahoma Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure
• Ability to practice under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in accordance with Oklahoma requirements
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred
• Strong understanding of child development, fine-motor and visual-motor skills, sensory processing, and functional participation
• Ability to recognize and respond to developmental and sensory-motor needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable using technology for documentation and communication
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, educators, administrators, and related-service professionals
• Professionalism, discretion, and respect for student and family confidentiality

Physical Requirements

School-based therapy is active and hands-on. The COTA must be able to safely participate with students in a variety of school environments and activities. Physical responsibilities may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, and lifting or assisting with students, materials, or equipment as appropriate to the position.

All responsibilities will be performed in accordance with assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits and compensation are based on employment classification and eligibility.

W-2 employees may be eligible for:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

1099 independent contractor opportunities may include:

• Competitive contract rates
• Benefit Resources
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status
• Access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

Specific compensation, benefits, and terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement.

Why TheraPeds Partners?

At TheraPeds Partners , we believe school-based professionals do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and connected to the teams they serve.

As a therapist-owned organization, we understand the realities of working in school-based practice. Our goal is to create strong partnerships between professionals and schools while providing the clinical and administrative support needed for both students and providers to succeed.

If you're a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant looking for a part-time school-based COTA position we'd love to connect with you.