Physical Therapist (PT) Near West Hartford, CT

Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Summer 2025 + Ongoing School Year | Behavioral Program

Were hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join a specialized school-based team starting July 7, 2025 , through August 15, 2025 with a clear path to continue into the 20252026 school year !

• Schedule: 24 hours/week (Part-Time)

• Summer Dates:

  7/7/25 8/15/25

• Extended Option: School year contract available (20252026)

• Setting: Specialized school for students ages 821

• Experience: School-based or pediatric experience preferred

Youll work within a strong behavior-based program grounded in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) . Students present with a range of behavioral, communicative, and neurological disorders, including:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Seizure disorders

• Genetic syndromes (e.g., Fragile X)

• Metabolic conditions

• Dual diagnoses

The school's Vocational Services Department also supports life skills and transitional training for students nearing age 22.

• Passionate about helping students with diverse and complex needs

• Comfortable in a collaborative, ABA-informed environment

• Skilled in adapting physical therapy interventions for behavioral populations

• Open to year-round, ongoing opportunities

Ready to make a difference in a dynamic, specialized school setting? Apply now to help students build independence, mobility, and life-ready skills.