Physical Therapist

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide Physical Therapy (PT) services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Physical Therapy (PT) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

About the role

This is a part-time, on-site role as a Physical Therapist (PT) serving a school located in Hillsborough Township, NJ for the 2026-2027 school year (August – May/June). The position covers K-12 grades and offers guaranteed hours, including documentation, administrative, and planning time. Dual support is provided by the District and TheraPeds, with manageable caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to students, including direct therapy, consultation, evaluations, and case management
• Conduct assessments and develop IEP plans
• Evaluate student progress and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents)
• Supervise a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• Identify children with deviations in physical, developmental, gross/perceptual, and functional motor areas that may affect their educational program
• Guide therapy in determining appropriate goals, selecting treatment methods, and measuring intervention effectiveness
• Use observation, standardized, and non-standardized techniques as assessment tools
• Plan and implement treatment, exercises, and manual therapy within developmental therapeutic models to support students in the school setting
• Collaborate with school staff and parents with a high level of tact and discretion

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited university
• State License as a Physical Therapist
• National License: APTA (Preferred)
• Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required
• Experience working with children
• Strong foundation in planning and implementing treatment within developmental therapeutic models
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in the use of technology
• Fingerprint background clearance

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for working with students with special needs
• Ability to perform physical movement functions such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students

Pay

$50–$65+/hour ($700–$910+/week)

Schedule

Part-time (12–16 hours/week) during the school year (August – May/June).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision (W2 employees)
• 401K (W2 employees)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates that include a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099 contractors)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Guaranteed hours
• Bi-monthly salary deposits

This position may be structured as a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor, with benefits eligibility dependent on employment status.