Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (26-27 School Year)

Candor Consulting & Diagnostics•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Candor is a mission-driven community of educators passionate about making a real difference. We believe in celebrating expertise and supporting educators to serve students meaningfully without sacrificing work-life balance. We are looking for a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) dedicated to empowering students and schools. As a COTA, you will support the implementation of occupational therapy services that help students develop essential functional skills and achieve greater independence within the school setting, working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT).

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license issued by the Texas Advisory Board of Occupational Therapy (TABOT).
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist the supervising OT in gathering data and conducting screenings to help identify students’ needs related to motor skills, sensory processing, self-help abilities, and classroom performance.
Carry out individual or group therapy sessions as directed by the OT, following established goals from the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP). Use evidence-based techniques and therapeutic activities to support student engagement, participation, and progress in school-related tasks.
Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions, student responses, and outcomes. Communicate observations and changes to the supervising OT to help inform adjustments in intervention strategies.
Work closely with teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school staff to support generalization of skills across settings. Participate in IEP meetings and parent conferences when requested, contributing insights on student performance and therapy progress.
Adhere to ethical and legal standards set by TABOT and school policies. Ensure safe, supportive, and student-centered practices during all service delivery.