<p>Position Type:</p> <p>Summer and Extended School Year/ESY Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>3/19/2026</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>District Wide</p> <p>&nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide</p> <p>TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:July 7, 2026 - August 8, 2026, up to 6 Hours/Day X 20 Days, M-Th</p> <p>POSITION OVERVIEW: The COTA provides unique therapeutic services to enhance the goals and objectives of eligible students. The COTA is primarily responsible for implementing the therapeutic program prescribed by the occupational therapist.</p> <p>TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This description of the position of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the Superintendent of Schools according to varying needs.</p> <ul> <li>Promote independence in activities of daily living (including dressing and feeding) through problem solving, suggesting adaptations and observation of the student. </li><li>Observe, problem solve and suggest positioning techniques to enhance educational participation and maximize function. </li><li>Consult and assist classroom staff through gathering and sharing information at team meetings when requested. </li><li>Discuss and exchange information about the students assigned with the occupational therapist. </li><li>Utilize task analysis to suggest techniques to the educational team related to feeding, activities of daily living, pre-writing, pre-cutting, and other skills needed for school performance. </li><li>Implement the individualized/small group therapeutic program prescribed by the occupational therapist based on goals and objectives. </li><li>Collaborate with colleagues and parents to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs. </li><li>Assist occupational therapist in determining extent to which goals and objectives are being met by collecting and maintaining data on individual student goals. </li><li>Assist occupational therapist in formulating new goals based on data analysis. </li><li>Assume appropriate roles as adult model, behavior manager and educator. </li><li>Adhere to all federal and state statues and BOE policies. </li><li>Continue professional growth. </li><li>Assume other duties and special projects as assigned. </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Valid CT Licensure as a COTA from the Connecticut Department of Public Health </li><li>Ability to read, write and communicate in English to understand directions and communicate with students </li><li>Experience working with students with special needs ? Ability to physically move about the building </li><li>Ability to lift and position students (30-80 pounds) if assigned to a classroom with such requirements. </li><li>Ability to make miner decisions with minimal supervision in accordance with established procedures. </li><li>Ability to participate in approved behavior management procedures, Crisis Prevention </li><li>Training and to apply training in crisis situations including student restraints as needed. </li><li>Experience working with students with special needs. Preferred Qualifications: </li><li>CT Certification as an OTA </li><li>Experience working with students with special needs </li><li>Bilingual, English and Spanish </li><li>Demonstrated leadership abilities, preferably in a racially and ethnically diverse community </li></ul> <p>New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.</p> <p>Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply</p>