Physical Therapist Assistant

About the role

Join a physical therapy team that values your expertise and offers a work schedule that follows the Polk County School Board calendar, providing consistency and meaningful impact every day!

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to children, helping them recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve their mobility.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist with therapeutic exercises.
• Document each student's progress.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Licensed or certified to practice
• Effective communication skills
• Tech savvy
• Strong time management skills
• Patience for kids with special needs

About Us

At Language & Literacy Academy for Learning, we serve Pre-K through 12th-grade students across Polk County with the belief that every child deserves to be seen, supported, and set up to succeed. Our culture is positive, collaborative, and growth-minded, designed so that students and staff thrive together.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage

Pay

Your hourly wage depends on your experience.

Schedule

Your workday will run from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, in alignment with the Polk County School Board calendar.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screening test.