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The primary purpose is to help students (PreK-8) overcome physical, sensory, and cognitive barriers that impact their ability to fully participate in their educational environment and daily school activities (\"occupations\") . The COTA is responsible for implementing the therapeutic program as prescribed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.  \nEssential Functions  \nThe COTA shall perform the following duties, under the supervision of the OT, in alignment with student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and the educational goals of the district:  \n● Intervention Implementation: Implement the individualized and/or small group therapeutic programs prescribed by the supervising Occupational Therapist (OT), based on IEP goals and objectives.  \n● Student Performance: Support students' participation in school routines by addressing skills related to academics, play, leisure, and self-care (Activities of Daily Living or ADLs), such as dressing, feeding, pre-writing, and cutting.  \n● Data Collection and Documentation: Collect and maintain accurate progress data on individual student goals to assist the OT in determining the extent to which goals and objectives are being met.  \n● Collaboration & Consultation: Consult and collaborate with the supervising OT, teachers, and other educational staff to suggest environmental modifications, instructional adaptations, and positioning techniques to maximize student function and access to the curriculum.  \n● Equipment & Materials: Assist the OT in identifying, preparing, and fabricating adaptive equipment, low-tech and high-tech assistive technology, and materials to support student success.  \n● Professional Conduct: Maintain clear and timely documentation of supervision activities, signed by both the COTA and the supervising OT, in accordance with the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act (minimum 5% direct supervision per month) .  \nOther Functions  \n● Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.  \nJob Requirements  \n● Federal, state, and district policies, regulations, and laws pertaining to job functions.  \n● Preparing and maintaining accurate records.  \n● Understanding of typical and atypical child development, the impact of physical and mental health on learning, and best practices in school-based occupational therapy intervention.  \n● Business appropriate grammar and punctuation in English.  \n● Reading and spoken fluency, and comprehension in English.  \n● Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) .  \n● Safety practices.  \n● Operation of standard office equipment and computers.  \nSpecific ability-based competencies required to perform the functions of the job satisfactorily include:  \n● Maintaining high standards of confidentiality.  \n● Communicating tactfully and courteously with diverse groups.  \n● Effectively presenting information in one-to-one and group situations.  \n● Working independently, staying focused on tasks, and assuming responsibility for assigned projects and duties.  \n● Making sound decisions based on available information.  \n● Maintaining the accuracy of work products.  \n● Demonstrating fiscal responsibility.  \n● Adapting to changing work priorities.  \n● Working collaboratively as part of a team.  \n● Demonstrating behavior that promotes positive relatio","cbCainCBlCuZyb1Z","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainCBlCuZyb1Z","pdf",110514,"English","# Purpose/Description\n## Essential Functions\n## Other Functions\n## Job Requirements\n## Physical Demands","[{\"question\":\"What is the primary purpose of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) role?\",\"answer\":\"The COTA provides therapeutic support under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist to help students (PreK-8) overcome physical, sensory, and cognitive barriers that affect participation in school and daily activities.\"},{\"question\":\"What essential functions does the COTA perform?\",\"answer\":\"The COTA implements individualized or small-group therapeutic programs, supports student participation in routines and ADLs, collects and documents progress data, collaborates with educational staff on adaptations and positioning, assists with adaptive equipment and assistive technology, and maintains timely documentation of supervision.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the key job requirements and physical demands?\",\"answer\":\"Requirements include applicable federal/state/district policies, recordkeeping, knowledge of child development and best practices, English grammar and fluency, basic math skills, safety practices, and ability to operate office equipment and computers. 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