Physical Therapist - Part-time

Physical Therapist - Part-time

Leicester Public Schools

Leicester Public Schools - Leicester, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID:5306724

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:Aug 25, 2025

Job Description

Reports to: Director of Student Services

Job Description Purpose:

A physical therapist evaluates students with motor and/or sensory disabilities in addition to planning and implementing interventions so that these students may access the educational curriculum in the least restrictive environment.

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program with entry-level credentials in physical therapy

Current licensure to practice physical therapy

Knowledge of pediatric conditions and pediatric physical therapy

Knowledge of and compliance with Massachusetts special education regulations Essential Functions

Evaluate and plan for physical therapy intervention required in the school setting

Assist students in gaining functional independence to more completely benefit from the educational environment

Communicate effectively with district personnel, families and the community

Support the mission and philosophy of the school district

React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned

Appropriately operate all equipment as required Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

Requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or persons

Requires the ability to drive between schools in the district

Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and reach General Responsibilities

Assess identified students to determine whether there is an educationally significant need for physical therapy

Participate on the Individual Education Plan (IEP) team to establish goals, objectives and the length of time required to achieve the goals

Schedule and deliver the physical therapy interventions with students as determined in the IEP

Consult with special education teachers, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, speech and occupational therapists, physical education teachers, nurses, school administrators, bus drivers and other school personnel as well as parents to provide information and recommendations regarding students with physical disabilities

Communicate with physicians, and service agencies regarding orthotics and adaptive equipment needs for the student

Instruct classroom personnel (teachers/paraprofessionals) in safe transfer techniques

Instruct and supervise classroom personnel in carrying out specific programs for individual students Monitor the students' progress toward goals and objectives and provide written progress reports

Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Services and Principal, which are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position

Position Type:Part-time