Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Parental Leave Coverage

Beverly School for the Deaf•Beverly, MA

About The Position

At The Children’s Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf (CCCBSD), we provide transformative, person-centered education and services for Deaf and/or disabled individuals in a language-rich, inclusive setting. We envision a world where Deaf and disabled individuals, their families, and communities thrive with dignity, purpose, and joy. We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our team on a parental leave coverage assignment . Under the direction of the Occupational Therapy Department Head , you will support students’ development across sensory integration, visual-perceptual and visual-motor skills, fine motor development, self-care, and vocational readiness. Your work will directly contribute to students’ academic and social growth while collaborating closely with classroom teams and related service providers. This temporary role is full-time, runs from March 2026 through early October 2026 , and follows the school-year calendar . Each school year includes: 181-day school year , September–June, Monday–Friday , 7:45 a.m.–3:15 p.m. 23-day summer program , July–August, Monday–Thursday, 8:25 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Participation in required trainings (e.g., Safety Care) and school community events such as Parent Open House

Requirements

Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Experience directly related to the job functions and responsibilities specified
Coursework in occupational therapy
Massachusetts Occupational Therapy License and NBCOT certification
Candidates must demonstrate the skills and competencies needed to perform the essential duties of the role.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background checks, including Massachusetts CORI and SAFIS fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
1–3 years of experience in school-based or pediatric occupational therapy
Coursework or experience in Deaf Education, Special Education, Assistive Technology, Pediatric Therapy, or Early Childhood
Familiarity with ASL or a willingness to learn

Responsibilities

Providing supportive, creative, and active occupational therapy interventions that promote student growth
Observing and consulting with classroom teams; suggesting activities, modeling lessons, and co-teaching as appropriate
Maintaining accurate data on student progress toward individualized goals and objectives
Collaborating with teachers and related service providers to support clinical programming in classrooms
Assisting with preparation of materials and scheduling activities
Participating in meetings, trainings, and professional development to support school and organizational priorities