Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Palmdale School District Share on X      Print Application Deadline

6/30/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted 7/8/2025 Contact Elvira Cova
661.947.9154 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
$4,726.42 - $5,744.54 Monthly Length of Work Year 11 months/year Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary

FUNDAMENTAL OBJECTIVE: This position supports student achievement by providing, under the direction of the Director, Health Services and under the direction and monitoring supervision of the Occupational Therapist, educationally related occupational therapy services to students in accordance with the Individualized Education Plan (IEP); completes assessments of individual student's needs for therapy, as appropriate; prepares records and reports; and collaborates with district personnel and parents regarding therapeutic activities.

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Comments and Other Information Education: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency. Satisfactory completion and certification from an approved program by the American Occupational Therapy Association as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Experience: Clinical experience in pediatrics and working with children in an educational setting are desirable. License and Certifications: Must possess valid license certificate by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Possession of valid First Aid and CPR certificates. A valid driver's license and the availability of private transportation or ability to provide transportation between job sites is required. Comments and Other Information
Education: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency. Satisfactory completion and certification from an approved program by the American Occupational Therapy Association as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Experience: Clinical experience in pediatrics and working with children in an educational setting are desirable. License and Certifications: Must possess valid license certificate by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. Possession of valid First Aid and CPR certificates. A valid driver's license and the availability of private transportation or ability to provide transportation between job sites is required. Links Related To This Job California Credentialing Information Non Discrimination Policy BP 4030 Title IX View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY