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About the Role

As a school-based Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), you will play an active role in supporting students throughout their school day. You will provide direct services aligned with students’ IEPs or other support plans, collaborating with teachers, administrators, and fellow service providers to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed. This role is embedded within the rhythm of a school, balancing direct student interaction, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and consistent documentation to support student progress and compliance. The goal is to support students’ functional, sensory, motor, and self-care skills so they can more fully access and participate in their educational environment.

Responsibilities

Provide services to students under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
Support students with fine motor, sensory, self-care, adaptive, and functional skill development
Implement treatment plans and therapy activities developed by the supervising OT
Deliver services in a variety of settings (e.g., classroom, small group, one-on-one)
Work with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to support student success
Participate in and contribute to IEP meetings, team meetings, and progress discussions
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant service documentation and records
Manage caseload responsibilities, including scheduling and service tracking
Communicate effectively with school staff and, when appropriate, families
Support a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment
Follow all district policies, procedures, and school expectations
Ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, and professional standards
Adapt to changes in student needs, schedules, and school priorities throughout the year

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
Current Wisconsin DSPS Occupational Therapy Assistant license in good standing
Current Wisconsin DPI School Occupational Therapy Assistant license (O052)
Individual NPI number (required for Medicaid billing beginning in the 2026–2027 school year)
Maintenance of all licenses and certifications in good standing throughout employment
Ability to meet all district and state onboarding requirements, including background checks
Ability to comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, including FERPA and HIPAA
Reliable transportation, if travel between school sites is required
Ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to collaborate across teams
Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students, staff, and families
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to manage a caseload
Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a school environment
Comfort with basic technology for documentation, communication, and service tracking
Problem-solving mindset
Ability to respond to student needs in real time

Location

School-based

Work Type

Hourly

Experience Level

New graduates are encouraged to apply
Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric setting is strongly preferred
Familiarity with IEPs, evaluations, service documentation, and progress monitoring preferred
Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams

Education Level

Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

About the Company

At MJ Care, our mission is simple: support students so they can fully access their education and thrive in the school environment.
At MJ Care, you’re not stepping into this work alone. You’ll be supported by a team that understands school-based services, values clear communication, and prioritizes doing right by both clinicians and the students they serve. We focus on building strong relationships—with our associates and our school partners—so you can focus on what matters most: making a meaningful impact in students’ day-to-day lives.