Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Los Angeles, CA
$37 - $44 per hour | Full Time | School-Year ScheduleMake a lasting impact in the lives of K-12 students as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)! Cross Country Education is hiring COTAs to support schools across Los Angeles. Enjoy autonomy in your role, while being part of a collaborative special education team. To accommodate retirement hour limits, we'll match assignments to your availability.
Enjoy a school year schedule with summers and school breaks off.What You'll Do:- Report directly to a Cross Country Education Occupational Therapist
- Support students in developing, improving, or restoring functional skills
- Assist students in participating more fully in school-based activities
- Implement therapy plans and track student progress
- Travel to assigned school sites - We aim to minimize travel by assigning you to nearby school sites whenever we can
Why Join Us:- Competitive pay ($37 - $44 per hour) with weekly direct deposit
- Paid mileage and drive time for travel between school sites
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs (based on role and hours)
- Accrued sick/vacation time and paid holidays (based on role and hours)
- Materials for services and/or assessments provided
- Laptop stipend or company provided laptop
- Dedicated team to support you
- Career growth with individual coaching
What We're Looking For:- Valid California license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
- Any experience in school, pediatric clinic, or classroom settings
New to the School Setting? Join Our COTA-in-Training Program!We offer a training program designed to support COTAs who are transitioning into the K-12 school setting.
- Be paired with a supervising OT for personalized coaching and weekly check-ins
- Get extra support during your first 1-2 months to build confidence
If you're passionate about helping students succeed and want a schedule that aligns with the academic year, apply today!
Know someone who could be a great fit for one of our many roles? We offer referral bonuses of up to $2,000, depending on the position, even if you are not on our team.
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