Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA ( Outside Candidates) at Irvine Unified School District
About the Employer
The Irvine Unified School District comprises a diverse population of more than 36,000 PK-12 students in one early childhood learning center, 24 elementary schools, five K-8 schools, six middle schools, five high schools and one alternative high school. IUSD schools have been nationally recognized for comprehensive programs in academics, the arts, and athletics.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Under the direction ofthe Director-Special Education and under supervision of an Occupational Therapist, assists in providing direct occupational therapy services to individual or groups of special education students in accordance with Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals and intervention plans; provides appropriate intervention services to assist students in acquiring functional performance skills and to help students function independently; participates as a member of the education team to treat special education students and report on the student's progress in attaining goals and objectives; maintains related service records and prepare a variety of reports. Pending prior approval, the incumbent may adjust specific treatment procedure in accordance with changes in student status.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Associate’s degree and work experience with school-aged children and one year experience working in a variety of settings including school, home, and clinic, and working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Training in sensory integration testing and techniques and experience working collaboratively with families are desirable.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Valid California Class C driver’s license.
• Valid Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license as issued by the Board of Occupational Therapy.
https://iusd.org/sites/default/files/certified_occupational_therapy_assistant.pdf
Requirements / Qualifications
Please review the requirements of this position in the attached job description. By submitting an application, candidates are confirming that they meet the educational and experience levels as well as any license requirements listed for this position.
- Certification (Please include proof of COTA Certification)
- Resume (Complete applications include a resume, COTA certificate and at least 2 references on the application.)
Requirements / Qualifications
Please review the requirements of this position in the attached job description. By submitting an application, candidates are confirming that they meet the educational and experience levels as well as any license requirements listed for this position.
- Certification (Please include proof of COTA Certification)
- Resume (Complete applications include a resume, COTA certificate and at least 2 references on the application.)
Comments and Other Information
Req# 3566, 3568, 3567, 3566, 4181, 4296
Comments and Other Information
Req# 3566, 3568, 3567, 3566, 4181, 4296
Application Deadline
6/30/2025 11:45 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/7/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
6
Salary
Pay Range
$29.89 - $37.25 Per Hour
$29.89 - $37.25 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Beginning salary is $29.89 per hour. There are 6 steps in our salary schedule with step 6 at $37.25 per hour.
Length of Work Year
25 hours/week; 10 months/year
Employment Type
Part Time