Nuvia Mazon
Academy Del sol
Tucson
1
Language
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) experienced in delivering school-based occupational therapy to students with diverse needs. Expertise in implementing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and advancing IEP goals to enhance student independence. Committed to fostering meaningful participation and academic success in educational settings.
Work History
School-Based COTA
11 Months- Delivered school-based occupational therapy services to support students' diverse educational and developmental needs.
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support IEP goals and student success.
- Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
- Deliver interventions targeting fine motor, visual motor, handwriting, sensory processing, self-regulation, and functional classroom skills.
- Documented treatment sessions and monitored student progress to ensure compliance with state and district requirements.
- Participate in IEP and MET meetings while contributing to goal development and student progress updates.
- Consulted with educators to recommend classroom accommodations and strategies that enhanced student participation and independence.
Pediatric Outpatient & School-Based COTA
2 Years 1 Month- Provided occupational therapy services in pediatric outpatient and school-based settings.
- Implemented individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient engagement and therapy outcomes.
- Improved fine motor, visual motor, sensory processing, motor planning, and ADL skills.
- Supported children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with OTs, teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to align goals and optimize support during MET and IEP meetings.
- Educated families and school staff on home programs and therapeutic strategies to reinforce skills and promote consistency in therapy.
- Maintained accurate documentation and monitored student and patient progress.
- Facilitated the scheduling process to ensure efficient clinic operations. and daily clinic operations.
Pediatric Homehealth COTA
1 Year 8 Months- Manage a caseload of 20+ patients on a weekly basis.
- Facilitated skill development in children with various diagnoses to enhance independence.
- Coordinated weekly treatment interventions with caregivers to increase child participation.
- Created individualized home programs to improve therapeutic outcomes.
- Organize weekly treatment interventions in collaboration with caregivers to maximize participation.
- Assist OTR with updating quarterly reports for each client, and documenting progress with goals.
Pediatric Outpatient OTAS
2 Months- Enhanced patients’ visual, motor, and sensory management abilities through targeted interventions.
- Improved patient and family understanding of the rehabilitation process through clear communication.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to patients’ and family needs.
- Tracked and documented patient progress using standardized note-writing format to ensure continuity of care.
Pediatric Homehealth OTAS
2 Months- Delivered occupational therapy interventions in pediatric home health to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered therapy to patients in a clinical setting. using established treatment plans under supervision of certified occupational therapy assistant.
- Facilitated improvement in social skills and fine motor abilities for patients, enhancing overall quality of life.
Sped PersonalCare Assistant
3 Years 4 Months- Provided individualized and group support to address diverse needs of special education students.
- Impacted student behavior through positive reinforcement and effective modeling strategies.
- Helped students build life-long learning skills for continued academic success.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve student's academic goals outlined in IEP.
- Adhered to IPE plans with strict attention to requirements and goals.
- Ensured a calm environment during busy times to support student safety. during unstructured times such as transitions between classes, bus lines, and lunch periods.
Education
Associate of Occupational Science Degree
Skills
Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Fine Motor & Visual Motor Interventions
Therapeutic Interventions
IEP collaboration
Clinical Documentation & Progress Monitoring
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Classroom adaptations
Student-Centered Care
Family advocacy
Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
Organization & Time Management
Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Certification
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, NBCOT Certification
11/04/2021 - 03/31/2028
- Occupational Therapy Assistant License, Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners 11/17/2025 - 11/16/2027
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross 11/17/2025 - 11/16/2027
- Professional Liability Insurance 07/23/2026 - 07/23/2027
- Level II IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, Arizona Department of Public Safety 10/18/2025 - 10/18/2027
LANGUAGES
Spanish: Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing
Timeline
School-Based COTA
Academy Del sol
07.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Pediatric Outpatient & School-Based COTA
Integrated Therapy Services LLC
05.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Pediatric Homehealth COTA
Arizona Autism
12.2021 - 08.2023Read More
Pediatric Outpatient OTAS
Kidabilities - Level IIB Fieldwork
05.2021 - 07.2021Read More
Pediatric Homehealth OTAS
Arizona Autism Level IIA Fieldwork
03.2021 - 05.2021Read More
Sped PersonalCare Assistant
Sunnyside Unified School District
08.2017 - 12.2020Read More
Pima Medical Institute
Associate of Occupational Science Degree
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