School Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $45 per hour

ESS Clinical is seeking a local contract School Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a local contract job in Danville, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 36 weeks
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Join our team for the 2026–2027 school year! ESS Clinical is seeking passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) in Danville Public Schools who are dedicated to helping students thrive. Apply today to be part of a collaborative and supportive team!

nESS Clinical is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team of professionals in our school-based settings. 

W2 rate - $45/hour

No non-competes in our contracts

Qualifications:

• Valid COTA license required.n
• Previous experience working in a school preferredn

Job Duties:

• Implement individualized occupational therapy plans under supervision of licensed OTs.n
• Address fine motor skills, sensory processing, and functional task adaptations.n
• Maintain documentation on student progress and actively participate in IEP meetings as needed.n

W2 Benefits:

• 401(k)n
• Continuing education creditsn
• Dental insurancen
• Health insurancen
• Paid time offn
• Referral programn
• Vision insurancen

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ESS Clinical Job ID #4902. Posted job title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

About ESS Clinical

Driven by a passion for helping students, ESS Clinical connects certified clinical and special education professionals with K-12 school systems nationwide. Whether you are a speech-language pathologist, occupational or physical therapist, school psychologist, behavioral specialist, or school nurse, we match you with a school-based role that fits your skills and career aspirations. At ESS Clinical, the work you do has the power to change a student’s life. If you are looking for a career with purpose, this is where you belong.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance