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. We’re partnering with a school district in Maricopa County, Arizona to hire a dedicated school based COTA for the 2025–2026 school year.

This role involves providing occupational therapy support to students and helping them develop the skills they need to succeed academically, socially, and functionally.

Position Details:

Location: In-person, Maricopa County, AZ
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
School Year: 2025/2026

Responsibilities:

• Provide occupational therapy services to students

• Implement individualized treatment plans and interventions under the supervision of the school-based OT

• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student progress

• Track and document student progress in accordance with school and district guidelines

• Assist in adapting classroom environments and activities to meet student needs

• Participate in team meetings, IEP planning, and student progress discussions

Qualifications:

• Current COTA license in Arizona

• Experience working in school-based or pediatric occupational therapy preferred

• Knowledge of OT interventions and techniques appropriate students

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Passion for supporting students’ functional, academic, and social development

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about helping students succeed and making a difference in their daily lives, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff to help students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from 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.