• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

    Insight Global (Dixon, IL)


    Job Description

    Insight Global is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to collaborate with classroom personnel in developing, implementing, and monitoring educational and clinical programs that support occupational therapy goals for students K-8th grade with autism and related disabilities. This role focuses on delivering effective therapy interventions, fostering student independence, and ensuring alignment with individualized education plans (IEPs) and organizational standards.

    Responsibilities:

    • Communicate effectively with students, parents, and team members using various modes while adhering to ethical and legal standards (AOTA Code of Ethics, FERPA).

    • Collaborate with the Occupational Therapist and IEP team to develop, implement, and monitor measurable, age-appropriate therapy goals.

    • Plan and deliver occupational therapy sessions aligned with classroom activities, maintaining accurate documentation and reports.

    • Provide consultation and support to families and outside agencies, attend IEP meetings, and adapt/create equipment as needed.

     

    Participate in professional development, comply with organizational policies, and perform additional duties as assigned, including substitute roles.

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

    Skills and Requirements

    • Active COTA license in the state of Illinois / Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.

    • Mentally and emotionally prepared to provide responsible care for children, including those with disabilities. • Experience working in a school setting with children (Pre-K–8th grade) diagnosed with autism or related disorders.