Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - School-Based

Location: Tacoma, Washington

Job Type: Part-Time, 1099 Independent Contractor

Schedule: 10-Month School-Year Contract

Pay: $50$55 per hour

Work Setting: In-Person, School-Based

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 a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support K12 students in Tacoma, Washington.

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

This is an excellent opportunity for a COTA who values clinical collaboration, meaningful student relationships, and the flexibility of a school-based contract position.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation of $50$55.
• Consistent school placements based on student and school needs.
• A school-year schedule aligned with the assigned school's calendar.
• Clinical collaboration with a supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Support from an interdisciplinary team that includes SLPs, PTs, school psychologists, and educators.
• AI-supported documentation tools that help draft notes for review, allowing more time to focus on students.

What You'll Do

• Provide school-based occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, 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.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with school, state, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• NBCOT certification (COTA).
• Active Washington State Occupational Therapy Assistant license, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Ability to pass required background checks and fingerprinting.
• Reliable transportation to assigned Tacoma-area school sites.
• Ability to provide services in person at assigned school locations.

Preferred Experience

• Pediatric experience preferred.
• School-based experience preferred.
• Familiarity with IEP implementation and school-based therapy services.
• 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 academic success.

Clinical Collaboration

Work alongside a supervising Occupational Therapist and an interdisciplinary team dedicated to supporting student progress and school participation.

Consistent School-Year Schedule

Provide services during the 10-month school year, with a schedule aligned to the needs of assigned schools and students.

Technology Support

Access AI-supported documentation tools designed to streamline administrative tasks and allow more time to focus on student care.

Apply Today!

If you're a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant seeking a rewarding, school-based 1099 independent contractor opportunity in Tacoma, Washington, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help Thrive Therapies Group make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families!