Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 2026-2027

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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As a Physical Therapist Assistant with Special School District (SSD) you will support students in developing the physical skills needed to participate more fully in their educational environment. Working under the supervision of a physical therapist you will implement individualized therapy programs support student progress and help students build mobility independence and access to daily school activities. Through collaboration with therapists educators and families you will play an important role in helping students achieve their goals while contributing to safe supportive and inclusive learning environments.

Physical therapy assistants work during school hours. They are assigned to students not locations and regular travel is required between buildings and districts within St. Louis County. This position is primarily assigned to Ackerman School 1550 Derhake Rd Florissant MO but will serve some students in neighboring districts.

Education and Experience

• Associates degree from an accredited program in certified physical therapy assistants (PTA) required
• Experience as a PTA in school-based programming or pediatrics preferred

Certificates Licenses Registrations

• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license required; must remain in active status

Salary

• $30-$43/hour based on education and experience
  
  

Calendar

• 10-month school year (August to June) exact dates dependent on assigned location(s)
  
  

Benefits

• Group benefit plans for medical vision dental and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Staff Health Clinics
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account

Special School District serves nearly 25000 students and employs over 5700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity commitment and collaboration the Districts mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity equity inclusion and accessibility.

Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race color religion sex age national origin disability marital status sexual orientation military/veteran status gender identity gender expression ancestry genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at . For TTY contact RelayMO711 or 1-.

Required Experience:

Junior IC