Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Newark, DE

Make a meaningful impact in education by contributing your expertise as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in a school-based setting. This contract opportunity, available through the end of the academic year, involves supporting students across multiple sites within a dynamic district near Newark, DE. You’ll work onsite, engaging with students and interdisciplinary teams to empower children in their academic and developmental progress.

What We’re Looking For:

• Active Delaware COTA license (required)
• Previous school-based or pediatric experience strongly preferred
• Ability to adapt quickly to diverse caseloads and sites
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to complete all district onboarding requirements, including:
  • $85 CBC fingerprinting (cost incurred by candidate)
  • Submission of TB test results (unless providing virtual services)
  • Child Protective Registry Check
  • Completion and submission of the district contractor packet

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver occupational therapy interventions under the supervision of an OT in a school setting
• Document student progress while adhering to district and state guidelines
• Support students’ participation, engagement, and success in the classroom
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and specialists to develop and refine intervention strategies
• Manage varying caseloads across multiple district sites as assigned

What’s Offered:

• Contract running until June 2027
• Monday through Friday schedule, providing consistent hours
• Ongoing professional support and access to resources for school-based therapy professionals
• Opportunity to make a positive difference in students’ lives

If you’re ready to take your COTA skills to the next level and thrive in a supportive educational environment, apply now to get started. Your expertise can directly shape student success and growth throughout the district!