Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

AB Staffing Solutions•Crestwood, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

AB Staffing is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support students in the Crestwood, Illinois area during the 2026/2027 school year. This school-based K–12 position follows the academic calendar and offers weekday hours, with the variety of floating between campuses. The role is full-time school hours, 30 hours per week, and is a contract for the full 2026/2027 school year. Caseload, mileage expectations, and school placements will be discussed before an offer. Compensation is up to $46 per hour and up to $1,725 per week. The COTA implements treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist and provides direct therapy services aligned with students’ IEP goals. The role supports students’ functional, fine motor, sensory, and school participation skills, collaborates with educators and multidisciplinary teams, travels between assigned school buildings as needed, maintains required documentation, and promotes safe, inclusive learning environments.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Active Illinois COTA license.
Ability to meet standard pre-employment requirements.

Nice To Haves

School-based or pediatric experience.
Comfort floating between multiple school sites.

Responsibilities

Implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Provide direct therapy services to students according to IEP goals.
Support students’ functional, fine motor, sensory, and school participation skills.
Collaborate with teachers, occupational therapists, and multidisciplinary teams.
Travel between assigned school buildings as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with district and state requirements.
Promote safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.