NBCOT is governed by a board of directors composed of Occupational Therapists Registered (OTR®), Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA®), and public members. The board is responsible for establishing the strategic vision and providing management oversight for the organization.
Mary Smith
Ed.D, OTR/L
Brittany Curtis
OTD, OTR/L
Rae Ann Smith
OTD, OTR/L
Sancler Andrade
OTD, OTR/L
Sheila Baxter
BG(retired)
Amy Blue
PhD
Jillian Boerstler
MPA, MA, DBioethics, HEC-C
Rachel Galant
MSNM, OTR/L
Ann Glore
COTA/L, CLT
Lauren Gray
COTA/L
Mashelle Painter
MEd, COTA/L
Rafael Salazar II
OTR/L
Phillip Salvador
M.Ed., OTR/L
Chi-Kwan Shea
PhD, OTR/L
Kelly Richardson
COTA/L
Jacqueline Ward
Dr.OT, OTR/L
Board Elections
The call for candidates is now open. Please continue reading for information on applying.
NBCOT is seeking candidates for two positions on the board of directors: one Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR®) position and one Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA®) position. The term appointment for both positions is for three years, with the possibility of reappointment to a second term. The initial term will run from January 2026 to December 2028.
Things to Remember
- Be sure to review the candidate guidelines and board member responsibilities before completing the application.
- You will need to create an account to access the application platform. You can also log in using your Google username and password.
- The application includes three open-ended questions and requires you to upload your résumé (three pages maximum).
- You do not need to complete the application in one sitting; you can enter and exit the application as many times as you need before submitting. Please make sure to click the “Save & Continue Editing” button to save your progress before leaving the application.
- Only submitted applications will be reviewed.
Ready to Apply?
Applications are due by Friday, April 4, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EDT.
We encourage OTR and COTA professionals from all practice areas, geographic locations, ethnicities, genders, and backgrounds to consider applying for this prestigious volunteer opportunity. We are committed to a board that reflects the diversity of our nation and our mission.
Please email board@nbcot.org if you have any questions.
Important Dates
- March 10, 2025 = Call for candidates opens
- April 4, 2025 = Call for candidates closes
- June 2025 = Nominating Committee interviews selected candidates
- July 10–August 14, 2025 = Voting period for OTR and COTA certificants
- August 15, 2025 = Public announcement of newly elected board members