Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, Coventry Public Schools


Position:
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job ID:
6216

County:
EASTCONN


Posted:
October 22, 2024




Contact Information:
Coventry Public Schools
1700 Main Street
Coventry, CT 06238
District Website

Contact:
Kate Arey
Phone: 860-742-7317
Fax: 860-742-4598
District Email


Job Description:

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) is responsible for implementing intervention and therapy regarding students' fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, and functional abilities under the direction of the Occupational Therapist. The COTA will report to the Director of Pupil and Staff Support Services.

Qualifications: 

  • Associates Degree required; Bachelor's preferred
  • Current and valid license with the Connecticut Department of Health
  • Prior experience in a school setting preferable


Other:

About our District

A high performing school district, Coventry Public Schools boasts a collaborative culture and best practices in teaching and learning that lead to outstanding student achievement. Our Portrait of the Graduate ensures that our students are empowered learners who have the knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to thrive as members of a complex society. Our rigorous academic program provides diverse and innovative learning opportunities for all students and experiences that extend learning beyond the walls of our schools focused on college and career readiness.

Our talented and dedicated teachers bring passion to education and embrace the academic, social, and emotional development of students. Coventry Public Schools provides personalized professional development to meet the needs of teachers, provides district programming to cultivate teacher leadership, and offers grant funding to support teacher innovation. Our culture fosters teacher collaboration and excellence in teaching. Coventry Public Schools has a goal to recruit and employ a diversified, qualified, and talented teaching staff.