Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant School COTA Job at TheraPeds, Las Vegas, NM

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  • TheraPeds
  • Las Vegas, NM

Job Description

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

Requirements

Job Description and Responsibilities

This is a full-time, hybrid role as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) serving a school located in Las Vegas, NM. 

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting assessments, developing IEP plans, evaluating progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs. 

Job Details

  • Full-time, 2026-2027 School year, August - May/June.Part time hours June-July.
  • Grades K – 12
  • Job duties: direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, case management
  • Guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time
  • 2026-2027 School year, August - May/June.
  • Potential limited hybrid option for IEP meetings and documentation time
  • Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
  • Manageable caseloads
  • $45-65 /hour($1800-$2437/week)

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program
  • Active New Mexico COTA license through the NM Regulation & Licensing Department
  • NBCOT Certification
  • Completion of required supervised fieldwork minimum 16 weeks
  • Ability to work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
  • Experience working with children
  • Strong foundation in Sensory Integration and ability to identify and analyze areas of developmental and sensory-motor dysfunction
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in use of technology
  • Fingerprint background clearance
  • Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications

Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)

  • Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2) 
  • Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
  • Guaranteed hours
  • Bi-monthly salary deposits
  • This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, hybrid Certified Occupational Therapist (COTA) for a school-based position in Las Vegas, NM. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school certified occupational therapist assistant jobs near me, New Mexico school COTA positions, or full-time pediatric COTA roles in schools with guaranteed hours.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, For contractors

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