Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. Onward Search Education is partnering with a school district in Kit Carson County, CO to hire a school-based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for the 2025–2026 school year. Location: Kit Carson County, CO Start Date: August 1, 2025 End Date: May 29, 2026 Schedule: 3 days/week Grade Level: PreK–12th grade Hours: Approximately 22.5 hours/week Key Responsibilities Deliver occupational therapy services under the supervision of an OTR across four school sites.

Assist in implementing student treatment plans and IEP goals.

Support students in developing fine motor, sensory, and adaptive skills.

Collaborate with school staff and families to help students access their education.

Qualifications Must be a licensed COTA registered with DORA (Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies).

Experience in a school-based or pediatric setting preferred.

Strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills.

What We Offer Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Streamlined onboarding and hiring process.

Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruiter.

Opportunities for growth in a collaborative and mission-driven district.

Why Apply? If you're passionate about working with students and making a difference through supportive therapy and collaboration, we’d love to connect with you! Employer Details: Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.