Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – School-Based – Florida

Princeton Staffing Solutions•Lake City, FL

About The Position

Princeton Staffing Solutions is hiring a compassionate and motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support students in a school-based special education setting in Lake City, Florida. The COTA assists licensed Occupational Therapists in implementing therapy plans that promote student participation, independence, and success across school environments. The assignment serves K–12 students and runs from October 16, 2026, through May 28, 2027, for 37.5 hours per week. It is a W2 local or travel contract. School-based COTA experience is required in the position overview, although the qualifications section says it is preferred. Princeton Staffing Solutions places school-based clinicians in W2 contract roles across public, charter, and specialty schools nationwide. Its providers support students from birth to 21 with a range of needs, including autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, orthopedic impairments, and traumatic brain injuries.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
National certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
School-based COTA experience is required according to the position overview; the qualifications section describes it as preferred.

Nice To Haves

School-based experience is described as preferred in the Required Qualifications section.

Responsibilities

Assist in evaluating students' developmental needs under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Carry out individualized treatment plans focused on fine motor skills, sensory integration, self-care, and coordination.
Document student progress and adjust interventions as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Support students during classroom tasks and adapt materials to meet diverse needs.
Conduct individual and small-group therapy sessions to foster social and functional skills.
Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to reinforce therapy goals.
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and review of student goals.
Educate parents and educators on tools and techniques to support therapy outside of sessions.
Maintain compliance with state licensure requirements and school district policies.
Stay updated on current pediatric therapy practices and apply evidence-based strategies.