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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Beverly School for the Deaf

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Beverly, Massachusetts | Full-Time

Make a Lasting Impact

At The Children’s Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf (CCCBSD), we provide transformative, person-centered education and services for Deaf and/or disabled individuals in a language-rich, inclusive setting.

We envision a world where Deaf and disabled individuals, their families, and communities thrive with dignity, purpose, and joy.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), you will support students in developing the functional, sensory-motor, fine motor, self-care, and independence skills that help them participate more fully in school and daily life. This position has a particular focus on planning and leading occupational therapy groups, while also providing individual therapy and collaborating with classroom teams and related-service providers.

Your Impact

Working under the direction of the Occupational Therapy Department Head, you will help deliver meaningful occupational therapy programming for students ages 3–22 with diverse developmental, physical, sensory, and communication needs.

You will lead structured, engaging groups designed to address students’ occupational therapy goals, adapt activities to meet individual needs, and support the generalization of skills across classroom routines and daily activities. You will collaborate with occupational therapists and classroom staff to help students build functional skills, independence, participation, and confidence.

Our interdisciplinary teams work together to provide individualized, accessible programming that recognizes each student’s strengths, interests, and support needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and lead occupational therapy groups that address fine motor, sensory-motor, visual-motor, self-care, functional independence, and other identified student needs • Provide individual occupational therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist • Adapt activities, materials, and strategies to support students’ developmental, physical, sensory, and communication needs • Collaborate with occupational therapists, classroom teachers, and related-service providers to reinforce therapeutic strategies across educational settings • Consult with classroom teams regarding activities, environmental adaptations, and approaches that promote student participation and independence • Collect, maintain, and document data on student participation and progress toward established goals and objectives • Prepare therapeutic materials and organize and schedule group activities and individual sessions • Participate in collaborative team meetings, professional development, and ongoing program planning • Maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment aligned with CCCBSD’s mission and core values

What We’re Looking For

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Occupational Therapy Assistant studies or an equivalent qualifying program required • Current Massachusetts Occupational Therapy Assistant license required • Current NBCOT certification required • Experience working with children or young adults in a pediatric, school-based, or related therapeutic setting preferred • Experience leading groups, facilitating structured activities, or supporting group-based programming preferred • Ability to adapt therapeutic activities to meet the needs of students with diverse developmental, physical, sensory, and communication needs • Strong organizational, collaboration, communication, and data-collection skills • Coursework or experience in Occupational Therapy, Deaf Education, Special Education, Assistive Technology, Pediatric Therapy, or Early Childhood preferred • Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) preferred; willingness to develop ASL skills and support accessible communication required

Why Join CCCBSD?

Live Our Values. Love Your Work.

As a Certified Kindness Workplace, we believe that the workplace should be more than a place to achieve professional goals — it should be a space where compassion, respect, and empathy thrive. This culture of care creates a positive, supportive environment for students, families, and colleagues.

Our work is grounded in CCCBSD’s core values: Humanity, Belonging, Inclusivity, Collaboration, Integrity, and Excellence.

Why Professionals Choose CCCBSD

At CCCBSD, we invest in our employees through meaningful support, professional growth, and a collaborative environment designed to help both students and staff thrive.

Exceptional Clinical and Educational Environment

• Collaborative, interdisciplinary teams supporting students’ educational and therapeutic goals • Opportunities to lead creative, goal-oriented occupational therapy groups • Partnership with classroom teams to support skill development throughout the school day • Language-rich, communication-focused environment incorporating ASL, spoken language, AAC, and assistive technology • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and clinical collaboration • Specialized seven-acre campus in Beverly, Massachusetts

CCCBSD’s Total Rewards Program Includes the Following Highlights:

• 15+ PTO days annually, in addition to scheduled school breaks • Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits • Tuition reimbursement and ongoing in-service professional development • 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% employer match • Preschool discounts and free ASL classes • Employee referral and longevity bonus opportunities • Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits, subject to Massachusetts eligibility requirements

As CCCBSD celebrates 150 years of education, inclusion, and community, we honor our rich history while looking ahead to a future shaped by innovation, collaboration, and our commitment to enhancing the lives of Deaf and/or disabled individuals, their families, and communities.

We hope you’ll find a professional home here — where your work matters, your values align, and your days are filled with purpose.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position involves direct work with children and young adults with diverse developmental, sensory, communication, behavioral, and physical needs. Responsibilities may include facilitating group activities, preparing and adapting therapeutic materials, supporting student participation in classroom and daily routines, and assisting students with functional activities as appropriate to the position.

The role may require standing, walking, bending, reaching, and assisting students with mobility or other physical needs. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.

Located on a hill overlooking the scenic Bass River, our seven-acre campus sits at the corner of Echo Avenue and Route 62 in Beverly, MA — just 18 miles north of Boston and about 25 miles from Southern New Hampshire. Our peaceful, welcoming campus provides a beautiful environment for meaningful work and connection.

Background Check Requirement

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks, including Massachusetts CORI and SAFIS fingerprinting, in accordance with state regulations.

How to Apply

Apply directly through SchoolSpring or contact Rachel Barstow, Director of Related Services, at [email protected] with questions.

Not sure if you meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply — we value potential, lived experience, and a shared commitment to our mission.

CCCBSD is an equal opportunity employer.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals with multilingual backgrounds, lived experience, and/or ties to the communities we serve. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us. We are committed to ensuring accessibility for all candidates.

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