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Dana Steward, COTA

Newark, DE.,Relocating To Summerville, SC In May 2026.

Summary

Compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), licensed in South Carolina and Delaware, dedicated to delivering client-centered, evidence-based care. I bring empathy and creativity to help children develop functional skills through play-based intervention and collaborative family education. I focus on meeting each child where they are, fostering meaningful skill development, and equipping parents and caregivers with practical tools that support progress across everyday environments.

With over a year and a half of experience in fast-paced outpatient pediatrics, I have developed adaptable clinical reasoning, communication, and problem-solving skills that translate effectively across diverse occupational therapy settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

COTA

Ivy Rehab for Kids
10.2024 - Current
  • Provided skilled occupational therapy services in a fast-paced pediatric outpatient setting, using evidence-based, play-based interventions to support children with a wide range of developmental, sensory, and functional needs.
  • Delivered individualized treatment targeting play skills, ADLs, IADLs, fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, visual-motor integration, and social participation to enhance children's developmental outcomes.
  • Collaborated closely with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to create meaningful, goal-driven care plans, provide parent education, and promote carryover of skills into daily routines at home, school, and in the community.
  • Documented progress and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical outcomes and assessments, ensuring coordinated, family-centered care through effective communication with physicians, teachers, and caregivers.

Exercise Specialist

EPIC (Endless Possibilities in the Community)
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Designed and implemented individualized fitness programs for adults with disabilities in community-based settings, adapting exercises and environments to support strength, endurance, mobility, and participation in meaningful activities.
  • Modified workouts using graded activity, adaptive equipment, and safety-focused strategies to meet diverse physical, cognitive, and sensory needs. Promoted progress toward both functional fitness goals and social engagement, encouraging confidence, independence, and community participation.
  • Conducted fitness assessments to evaluate client health and capabilities.

Level II Fieldwork

Ivy Rehab for Kids
03.2024 - 04.2024
  • Observed and assisted clinical instructor in an outpatient pediatric setting.
  • Treatment interventions included ADLS, IADLS, play, and activities to support age-appropriate developmental skills.

Level II Fieldwork

Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Collaborated with clinical instructor to provide skilled therapy treatment sessions and promote independence within the geriatric population.

Level 1 Fieldwork

Psychosocial Focused Rotations
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Created group protocols for various populations of individuals who have psychosocial diagnoses.
  • Implemented group interventions within 8 different settings including homeless shelters, schools, and inpatient psychiatric, with supervision.

Level 1 Fieldwork

NCH Bluffton
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Observed and assisted fieldwork educator in interventions in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
  • Interventions included ADL treatments of dressing, eating, toileting, as well as IADLs and education on AE.

Professional Nanny/Household Manager
04.2020 - 05.2023
  • Provided attentive childcare that supported children’s emotional, intellectual, physical, and social growth through play, learning activities, and daily routines.
  • Prepared meals, provided transportation to extracurricular activities, and maintained a clean, safe, and organized home environment.

Education

Associates in Applied Science- OTA -

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
05-2024

Associate of Arts -

Cecil Community College
05-2022

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Compassionate
  • Creative
  • Dependable
  • Detail Oriented
  • Patient
  • Quick learner

Certification

-Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant- NBCOT (licensed in Delaware and South Carolina)

Timeline

COTA

Ivy Rehab for Kids
10.2024 - Current

Exercise Specialist

EPIC (Endless Possibilities in the Community)
05.2024 - 02.2025

Level II Fieldwork

Ivy Rehab for Kids
03.2024 - 04.2024

Level II Fieldwork

Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation
01.2024 - 02.2024

Level 1 Fieldwork

Psychosocial Focused Rotations
01.2023 - 12.2023

Level 1 Fieldwork

NCH Bluffton
01.2023 - 07.2023

Professional Nanny/Household Manager
04.2020 - 05.2023

Associates in Applied Science- OTA -

Trident Technical College

Associate of Arts -

Cecil Community College
Dana Steward, COTA