Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) – Special Education Preschool, 10-Month Schedule

This is a vibrant, well-resourced special education preschool serving children ages three through five with developmental delays and complex support needs. The school is part of a major nonprofit organization operating more than 70 programs and serving over 35,000 adults and children throughout New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester.

About the role

The therapy department was built to let clinicians actually practice therapy—not spend the day negotiating for treatment space, equipment, or permission to try something new. You will have your own desk, access to a large state-of-the-art therapy gym, dedicated treatment rooms, and supplies that go well beyond what most school-based clinicians are accustomed to having. Leadership is willing to listen and move on ideas for new treatment approaches, technology, training, or in-service.

This is meaningful work with children and families who may be navigating significant challenges. The right Physical Therapist will be resilient, creative, collaborative, and firmly committed to advocating for the children—even when progress requires patience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and screen preschool-aged children to identify physical therapy needs and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide direct physical therapy interventions independently and in collaboration with the child’s multidisciplinary team
• Perform specialized pediatric assessments based on each child’s developmental and functional needs
• Document evaluations, treatment services, progress, and outcomes in accordance with organizational and third-party payer requirements

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Physical Therapy
• Active New York State Physical Therapist license

Schedule

• 10-month school-year schedule
• 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
• Maximum 9 sessions/day
• 2+ hours daily documentation time
• Paid birthday off

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Three conference days after successfully completing probation
• State-of-the-art therapy gym and dedicated treatment rooms
• Your own desk and designated workspace
• Flexibility to adjust schedule when legitimate needs arise
• Clinical autonomy to introduce treatment ideas and recommend equipment
• Opportunities to lead trainings, in-services, and professional development initiatives
• Collegial therapy department with Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists

Pay

$86,480 per year