Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)-Ontario
Listed compensation
$30-$37/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Join the Port View Preparatory Team!
An ABA-Focused Educational Setting
At Port View Preparatory®, we are dedicated to providing high-quality education and behavior services to students diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our passionate team is committed to tailoring unique learning experiences to meet the individual needs of our students. Explore the possibilities at Port View Preparatory®, where every child's potential is recognised and celebrated. We're excited to explore new possibilities with you!
Port View Preparatory is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Under the guidance and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the COTA will help design and deliver engaging therapeutic programs that empower students with diverse needs to thrive in their educational environments.
Benefits include
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth within the school setting
What You'll Do
As a valued member of the educational support team, you will:
Partner with the supervising Occupational Therapist to plan and implement meaningful, student-centered intervention programs.
- Support students' IEP goals by providing accommodations and strategies aligned with OT recommendations.
- Train teachers and staff to ensure carryover of therapeutic techniques in the classroom.
- Collaborate closely with educators, families, and specialists to promote student success.
- Participate in team meetings to help shape supportive learning environments.
- Assist with instructional support and pre-referral activities (non-evaluative).
- Create and adapt materials to enhance student participation and independence.
- Contribute to progress reporting and documentation in coordination with your supervising OT.
- Deliver individual, group, and consultative interventions across school settings.
- Help manage caseload responsibilities consistent with district and OT department standards.
What We're Looking For
- 1-4 years of experience as a COTA (school-based experience preferred)
- A collaborative spirit and passion for supporting students with diverse needs
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments
Key Responsibilities
The COTA will partner with a supervising Occupational Therapist to plan and implement student-centered intervention programs within an educational setting. They will also support IEP goals, train staff on therapeutic techniques, and assist with documentation and progress reporting.
Requirements
The candidate must have 1-4 years of experience as a COTA, with school-based experience preferred. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required to foster an inclusive learning environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In California, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$115k (220 salary observations; 341 listings), vs ~$96k nationally (1,589 salary observations; 4,406 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $63k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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