Long-Term Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Substitute

Requirements

/ Qualifications Candidates Must Possess: *Certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. *Possess and maintain a First Aid certification and CPR certificate. *Positions in this classification require the use of a personal automobile, the possession of a valid Class C Driver’s License, and proof of current and appropriate auto insurance coverage.

*At least 1 year experience as a certified occupational therapy assistant (school setting preferred) Long-Term Substitute COTA Assignment; Monday

• Friday. (Work Hours: 6.5-Hours Per Day) CURRENT CUCAMONGA SCHOOL DISTRICT EMPLOYEES & OUTSIDE APPLICANTS/CURRENT SUBSTITUTE CUCAMONGA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES: The following documents MUST be attached to your on-line application (please do not email, fax or mail attachments): *Two Letters of Recommendation (dated within the last 2 years) *Current Resume *Copy of Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license/certification *Copy of current Driver's license Comments and Other Information INDIVIDUAL MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO: *Provide direct services to assist individuals with conditions that are mentally, physically, developmentally or emotionally disabling so that they may benefit from their basic educational program. *Assist in providing direct occupational therapy services to pre-kindergarten students through age 22 according to individualized Education Plan (IEP) and goals. *Collaborate with District team members to assist with the assessment of infants and young children to determine the nature and extent of motor disabilities. *The COTA also assists the registered Occupational Therapist (OT) in the procurement, preparation, and maintenance of materials and supplies. *Gather data to assist in the evaluation of the student needs as a basis for treatment planning. *Follow intervention plans, including measurable goals and objectives, with strategies for meeting them. *Coordinate activities with other members of the instructional team. *Implement intervention plans directly under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. *Monitor student’s progress and performance, documents response for intervention, and consults with the Occupational Therapist regarding modification of strategies as indicated to attain goals. *Maintain and assists in the training of students, family, and staff in the use of adaptive equipment designed to assist students in self-care and academic activities. *Document evaluation results, treatment and follow-up, submitting these and other required reports in a timely fashion. *Work cooperatively with the Occupational Therapist and classroom personnel in providing services to the student or family.