Occupational Therapist

Job Description:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

For the 24-25 School Year

Position Summary: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will provide occupational therapy and consultation to meet students' educational needs. The COTA will communicate with the Occupational Therapist, train staff and parents on the use of materials and equipment, and provide direct occupational therapy services to eligible students within the district.

Basic Requirements:

1.Must obtain and maintain a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Certificate.

2.Ability to frequently lift, push, and pull up to 100 lbs.

3.Ability to work independently.

4.Excellent human relations skills.

5.Knowledge of office equipment (computers, copiers, fax machines, and related items).

6.Follow federal, state, and local legal guidelines and Board policies and procedures.

A full description of this job position can be found here

Salary: Starting at $22.93 with no previous experience. The district will provide credit for up to 10 years of experience + 1 for every 2 after that. 24-25 Support Staff Salary Schedule

Location: 610 Vineland School Rd ., De Soto, MO 63020 www.desoto.k12.mo.us

De Soto, "The City of Pride", has a population of 6,375 and is located in the southeastern part of Missouri, approximately 45 miles south of St. Louis.

District Facts:

Current enrollment-- approximately 2,600 students.

Current number of certified staff-approximately 190

100% 1:1 technology integration with Chromebooks grades K-12

Timeline: Open Until Filled

Benefits: Full Board-paid Medical, Dental, and Life for employees.

Application Materials and Process:

Applications must be submitted online through MOREAP at www.moreap.net or the Administrative Office at 610 Vineland School Rd., De Soto, MO 63020. For additional information please contact Debbie Killingsworth at killingsworth.debbie@desoto.k12.mo.us

To fully complete you application, please upload the following items with your online application:

• Current Resume

• Certification

The De Soto #73 School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age in its programs and activities as required by Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age of Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries related to District programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the De Soto School District Central Office, 610 Vineland School Road De Soto, MO 63020, or by telephone at (636) 586-1000.