Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)-2025-2026 SY

Roswell Independent Schools • Roswell, NM

15h

About The Position

To assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing the individual educational plan (IEP) for students.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• The completion of a planned program through an accredited institution.
• Passage of the National Exam for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Current Certification with the American Occupational Therapy Certification.
• Valid Driver’s license and Insurance
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 40 pounds), climbing stairs, reaching, squatting, kneeling, having full mobility of fingers/hands, and moving light furniture may be required.
• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.
• Must know how to properly operate, or be willing to learn to operate, all multi-media equipment including current technology.
• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality.
• Interruptions of work are routine.
• Flexibility and patience are required.
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignments without direct supervision.
• After hours work may be required.
• May make site visits when needed and appropriate.
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, and administrators.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior.
• Engage in self-development.
• Follow district policies and administrative rules and regulations.
• Maintain behavior appropriate to performing and accomplishing assigned duties.
• Know what to do to successfully complete assigned work.
• Project over-all concern for personal appearance as it relates to job performance.
• Assist in therapeutic services aimed at enhancing the student’s potential for learning.
• Assist students in acquiring the functional performance skills needed to participate in the education environment.
• Help students function independently.
• The COTA will assist in assessment, screening, evaluations, reassessment, treatment activities, and documentation following initial direction of the OTR.
• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing the Individual Educational Plan (IEP) for students.
• Enter Medicaid notes as supervised by the OTR; must be entered by weekly deadline.
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters and treat people with respect and dignity.
• Work with a wide variety of individuals in a highly stressful environment.
• Be flexible and able to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Communicate in well-organized oral and written forms.
• Be able to maintain a neat, functional office that is inviting but professional, safe environment.
• Report to work on time and work no less than 7.25 hours per day.
• Work independently with very little supervision.
• Maintain mental capacity which allows the ability to make sound decisions and demonstrate intellectual capabilities.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Other tasks as may be deemed appropriate and necessary by immediate supervisor, principal and/or Superintendent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED