COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (FT & PT Positions Available)
La Salle, IL
Student Services – Occupational Therapist /
Full-Time /
On-site
As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with The Menta Group, you will work with students to help them improve and develop the skills needed for day to day life and work, according to the students’ IEP’s.
We are hiring COTA's at multiple schools (newly created positions) due to increased need
FT & PT Positions Available
School Hours, M-F, following a School Calendar
Responsibilities
- Provide educational direction and support for students at times of confusion, frustration & emotional upset.
- Assist in developing Develop and update IEP goals and progress reports for student caseload.
- Provide Occupational Therapy related service minutes and carry out individual treatment plans, as dictated on the IEP.
- Maintain accurate related service logs updated weekly.Coordinate and communicate with administrative staff, teachers, and other related service staff as needed or IEP directed.
Qualifications
- COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with IDFPR (or proof of application)
- Ability to work with students with ED/BD/OHI/Autism/TBI/OHI
Benefits
- Full-Time Benefit options include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
- Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
- 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
- Generous Paid Time Off Benefits
- 403(b) Investment Options
- Direct Employer Hire
About Menta Academy La Salle
Menta Academy La Salle is a beacon of personalized education where every student's success is the center of our universe. Our educators are committed to the '3-C Ready' framework, meticulously crafting a path for students to be College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready. This guiding principle is at the forefront of our curriculum, ensuring that each learner is not just prepared for the next step in their education or career but also primed to be an informed, active member of society.
Our learning spaces buzz with innovation and inspiration, as we believe that an active classroom is the bedrock of effective learning. Interactive and adaptive teaching methods are employed to foster a deep, enduring understanding of subject matter. We challenge our students with real-world problems and collaborative projects that sharpen their intellect and social skills, ensuring they are well-equipped for both academic endeavors and the workforce.
Cultivating a supportive and stimulating environment is key to our philosophy. At Menta Academy La Salle, we nurture not only the intellectual growth of our students but also their emotional and social development. Our holistic approach to education is designed to produce well-rounded individuals who value diversity, practice empathy, and lead with integrity. We take immense pride in guiding our students toward a future where they can confidently assert their place in the world, ready to achieve their dreams and impact society positively.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.
