School Physical Therapist Begins 2026-2027 School Year
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Job Location:
Topeka, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title: School Physical Therapist
Reports To: Director of Special Education / Building Principal
Position Type: Certified / Part-Time / 10 Month Contract
Position Overview:
The School Physical Therapist provides assessment treatment and consultation services for students with physical disabilities that impact their ability to access the educational environment. This role focuses on developing students functional mobility posture strength coordination and safety skills while collaborating with educators families and related service providers to support participation in the least restrictive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess students physical abilities and functional needs in school settings.
- Develop implement and monitor individualized therapy plans in alignment with IEP goals.
- Provide direct therapy services both individually and in small groups to improve mobility strength coordination and independence.
- Recommend adaptive equipment orthotics mobility devices and modifications to support student access to the classroom.
- Collaborate with teachers paraprofessionals and other related service providers to integrate therapy goals into daily routines and activities.
- Educate staff and families on strategies to support student physical needs.
- Document services progress and compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Participate in IEP meetings team conferences and professional development.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Masters degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Kansas
- Knowledge of pediatric physical therapy practices and school-based interventions
- Strong collaboration communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred:
- Experience in school-based physical therapy
- Familiarity with adaptive equipment and assistive technology for students
- Training in pediatric neuromuscular orthopedic or developmental disorders
Work Environment:
- School settings including classrooms therapy gyms and playgrounds
- Regular collaboration with students staff and families
- May involve lifting positioning or assisting students with mobility needs
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Organizational skills
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral Health
- Classroom Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Special Education
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Experience with Children
- Public Speaking
- Word Processing
