Until Filled
Date Posted 5/5/2025 Contact Talent Manager510-434-5000 Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay Range
36.00 - 52.45 Per Hour Add'l Salary Info Competitive Hourly Range for the Bay Area Region Length of Work Year Immediate & 2025-26 Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary
Now Accepting Applications for the 2025-26 School Year Behind every successful student is a passionate and dedicated team. Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to earn a college degree. The Occupational Therapy Assistant works under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to provide educationally related occupational therapy services to identified special education students according to the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan. Provides training and consultation to staff and parents and/or direct services to assist students with conditions which are mentally, physically, developmentally or emotionally disabling. These services are designed to allow students to benefit from their basic educational program. For a complete job description and application please visit: www.aspirepublicschools.org/join
Requirements / QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS Competencies: Child growth and development; Practice of occupational therapy as applied to children and youth; Strategies and methodologies used in educational settings; Special education law relative to occupational therapy services; Current theories and best practices in the application of occupational therapy techniques; Functioning of adaptive equipment, assistive technology and special equipment as it applies to occupational therapy services. Work independently with appropriate supervision; Perform task analysis of underlying treatment components to address IEP goals and implement appropriate intervention strategies; Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; Work effectively with parents, community and education colleagues; Function as a positive, contributing member of an educational team in a professional manner; Optimize a work schedule that involves multiple locations and organize and prioritize responsibilities Minimum educational level: Graduation from accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program Experience required: 2 years experience working with children with disabilities ages 4 to 18 in an occupational therapy or educational setting is preferred. Work authorization requirements: Clear the Department of Justice background screening. Authorized to work in the United States. Provide health (TB) clearance (renewed every four years).
If you’re considering applying, we highly encourage you to upload any relevant documents you possess related to your professional certification, credential or license. This proactive step will significantly expedite the credentialing process. Our credentialing department will be able to swiftly verify your status and provide any necessary assistance.
Requirements / QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS Competencies: Child growth and development; Practice of occupational therapy as applied to children and youth; Strategies and methodologies used in educational settings; Special education law relative to occupational therapy services; Current theories and best practices in the application of occupational therapy techniques; Functioning of adaptive equipment, assistive technology and special equipment as it applies to occupational therapy services. Work independently with appropriate supervision; Perform task analysis of underlying treatment components to address IEP goals and implement appropriate intervention strategies; Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; Work effectively with parents, community and education colleagues; Function as a positive, contributing member of an educational team in a professional manner; Optimize a work schedule that involves multiple locations and organize and prioritize responsibilities Minimum educational level: Graduation from accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program Experience required: 2 years experience working with children with disabilities ages 4 to 18 in an occupational therapy or educational setting is preferred. Work authorization requirements: Clear the Department of Justice background screening. Authorized to work in the United States. Provide health (TB) clearance (renewed every four years).
If you’re considering applying, we highly encourage you to upload any relevant documents you possess related to your professional certification, credential or license. This proactive step will significantly expedite the credentialing process. Our credentialing department will be able to swiftly verify your status and provide any necessary assistance.
Comments and Other Information Compensation: Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program. To apply, visit: https://aspirepublicschools.org/join/ Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans. Comments and Other InformationCompensation: Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program. To apply, visit: https://aspirepublicschools.org/join/ Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans. Links Related To This Job View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY