COTA - Occupational Therapy

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Springfield School District DISTRICT WIDE - Springfield, Vermont Open in Google Maps
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Job Details Job ID: 5746090
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job Description GENERAL: A Certified Assistant must hold a certificate of completion from an accredited 2 or 4 year program in a highly specialized area. Duties include, but are not limited to, evaluating student needs, establishing and delivering program plans, and providing direct services to students in that highly specialized area with a high level of independent initiative.
REPORTS TO: Supervising Administrator or Designee
QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of an accredited 2 or 4 year program resulting in Certification in a specialized area such as Occupation Therapy Assistant or Speech/Language Assistant. Must be able to communicate well orally and in written form, work independently, and use time well. Must demonstrate expertise working effectively with a variety of students, parents, school personnel, and community support services personnel. Requires evidence of meeting School District qualifications __ see job posting.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluate needs of students and provide written recommendations for further evaluation.
Plan, develop, and implement program goals and activities.
Instruct, supervise, monitor, and assess students in the program while maintaining appropriate student behaviors and social skills.
Use a variety of tools and protocols appropriate to student needs.
Document student progress, prepare reports, and maintain Medicaid and student data sheets as requested.
Maintain ongoing communication with school personnel and community service personnel.
Maintain strict confidentiality of student information, providing information to parents, teachers, and others on a “need to know” basis, only.
Maintain program equipment and materials.
Attend staff, I.E.P, parent, and other meetings as required.
Follow state and federal laws and local policies and procedures in the area of educational requirements and program operations.
Participate in required in-service training programs and professional supervision.
Other duties as assigned or appropriate to the particular work setting.
Position Type: School Year - Plus (185)
Salary: $27.77 to $29.03 Per Hour
Job Categories:
Special Education > OT Assistant
Contact Information Courtney Dextraze Wiese , Director of Student Services

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