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School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Lenexa, Kansas

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Location Lenexa, KS
Discipline COTA
Date Posted September 22, 2026

Job Description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting schools in the Kansas City, KS area as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Make a direct impact by providing essential support in educational settings, working under the guidance of experienced occupational therapists to enrich the lives of students. With assignments on 1-3 different campuses, you will play an important role in helping students develop and improve their daily life and functional skills.

This assignment starts ASAP and goes through 5/21/27, offering both stability and flexibility. You'll build relationships across campuses while organizing your own weekly schedule, ensuring meaningful interactions with students and productive collaborations with OTs.

Qualifications:

  • Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
  • Active state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
  • Experience in pediatric, school, or educational settings preferred
  • Ability to work collaboratively with supervising OTs and educational teams
  • Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills
  • Reliable transportation to travel between assigned campuses

Responsibilities:

  • Support occupational therapists by implementing personalized therapy plans
  • Assist students in developing, recovering, and enhancing functional and daily living skills
  • Document student progress and communicate updates to supervising therapists
  • Adapt strategies to meet individual student needs in diverse learning environments
  • Travel weekly to multiple assigned campuses as determined by your set schedule
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to student progress discussions

Enjoy the benefits of organizing your own schedule while making a noticeable difference in the community. Your ability to connect with students and collaborate with educators will help drive success across campuses.

Ready to make a meaningful contribution in this dynamic setting? Apply today and become a valued resource in educational therapy services!

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