Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Title:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Pay Range: $40-45/hourly

Job Description: School Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Full-Time 2026-2027 School Year | Up to $45/hour | Greater Algonquin, IL Area Hello COTAs!

Join a local, women, and therapist-founded company that’s committed to supporting the professionals who support our schools. Ampersand Therapy is hiring a

COTA

for the 2026-2027 school year in the Algonquin, IL area. Position Details Start Date:

ASAP, 2026-2027 School Year Setting:

Middle School Location:

Huntley School District 158 Service Areas:

Deliver IEP service minutes, documentation, collaboration Your Responsibilities Provide school-based OT services in alignment with IEP goals Progress monitoring Maintain timely documentation Collaborate with special education teams and related service providers What We’re Looking For Illinois Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license School-based experience preferred, but not required Strong collaboration and communication skills Passion for supporting students in inclusive educational settings Benefits & Perks

(for 0.8 FTE and higher) Paid sick leave Healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision* 401(k) with employer match* Reimbursement for licensing, CEUs, and professional expenses Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate W2 employee status General and professional liability insurance Referral bonuses No non-compete clauses Paid time off for volunteering and donation matching* *Waiting period applies Why Join Ampersand Therapy? At Ampersand Therapy, we’re not a giant staffing firm, we’re a small, mission-driven team built by school-based therapists, for school-based therapists. Founded in Washington and now also local to Illinois, our company was created as an alternative to the traditional agency model. We believe in support, flexibility, and treating our team with the respect they deserve. Our Core Values Equity & Inclusion We’re committed to anti-racism, cultural responsiveness, and equity-centered services. We partner with organizations like

The Conscious Kid

to deepen our impact. Community Engagement We give back to causes we care about—like

Special Olympics

,

Project Canine

, and

The Moth

—and support our team in doing the same. Environmental Responsibility We’ve adopted sustainable, low-waste systems and are proud to maintain a carbon-negative footprint. An Inclusive Workplace Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome candidates of every race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, and background. We’re committed to building an inclusive, welcoming environment where you can thrive.