Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - School-Based - WA - Contract in Seattle, Washington at Thrive Therapies Group

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - School-Based - WA - Contract

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - School-Based - WA - Contract

Location: Seattle and Bremerton, Washington

Job Type: Part-time, 1099 Independent Contractor

Schedule: 10-month school-year contract

Pay: $38$52 per hour

Help students build independence, participation, and functional skills at school.

About Thrive Therapies Group

Thrive Therapies Group is a pediatric healthcare company focused on making schools more equitable and inclusive for students with disabilities. Thrive is growing its Washington team and hiring Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to support elementary and middle school students in the Seattle and Bremerton areas.

In this role, you will work alongside Occupational Therapists and school teams to help students strengthen fine motor, sensory, self-care, and school participation skills.

What We Offer

• Consistent school placements based on student and school needs
• Clinical collaboration with a supervising OT
• Support from an interdisciplinary team that includes SLPs, PTs, school psychologists, and educators
• AI-supported documentation tools that help draft notes for review so more time can be spent with students

What You'll Do

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed OT, following each student's IEP and treatment plan
• Support student development in fine motor, sensory, self-care, and school participation skills
• Collaborate with teachers on classroom strategies, accommodations, and supports
• Track student progress and complete timely session documentation
• Communicate regularly with the supervising OT regarding student progress and treatment plan updates

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• NBCOT certification (COTA)
• Active Washington occupational therapy assistant license, or eligibility to obtain one
• Ability to pass required background check and fingerprinting
• Reliable transportation to assigned school sites

Preferred Experience

• Pediatric experience preferred
• School-based experience preferred
• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Join Thrive Therapies Group Meaningful Student Impact

Help students participate more fully in their school day by building practical, functional skills that support independence and success.

Clinical Collaboration

Work alongside a supervising OT and an interdisciplinary team to support student progress and school participation.

Consistent School-Year Schedule

Provide services during the 10-month school year, supporting students' functional skills and participation throughout their school placements.

Technology Support

Use documentation tools that streamline note-writing and help you spend more time focused on students.

Apply Today

If you are a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant seeking a school-based, 1099 independent contractor opportunity with clinical collaboration and meaningful student impact, we encourage you to apply.