Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant K12 Student Services

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant K12 School-Based Services Sunbelt Staffing has an opening for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in a K12 school setting in Bethel, Connecticut. This contract position is available ASAP and is expected to continue through the beginning of December 2026. The COTA will support students across a broad K12 caseload while working alongside the schools occupational therapy team.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist
• Implement treatment activities aligned with students individualized goals and plans
• Support students with fine motor, sensory, functional, and classroom-related skills
• Document services and maintain accurate student records
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other school personnel
• Communicate student progress and participate in relevant school meetings

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with students across a wide age range
• Organized and dependable approach to documentation and service delivery
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a school-based team

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut COTA license/certification required
• NBCOT certification required
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred

Experience

• Previous experience working with children or adolescents is preferred
• Experience serving students in a K12 educational setting is beneficial

Education

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Work Hours

• MondayFriday, 8:30 AM3:30 PM
• Full-time, 35 hours per week

Employment Type

• Full-Time, Contract

Industry

• Education / School-Based Therapy

Job Location: Bethel, Connecticut Date Posted: September 25, 2026 Valid Through: December 4, 2026 To learn more about this COTA position or to apply, please contact Sarah Misurac, Hiring Manager, at sarah.misurac@sunbeltstaffing.com or 813-792-3437. Compensation for this position ranges from $40.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.