Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (PT) - School-Based Rocky Hill, Connecticut | Part-Time | 2026-2027 School Year | On-Site TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team for a part-time, school-based opportunity for the 2026-2027 school year. If you enjoy working with children, collaborating with educators and therapists, and helping students develop the strength, mobility, balance, coordination, and functional movement skills they need to participate successfully in their school environment, this could be a great fit. You'll work with students in a school setting, with support from both the district and the TheraPeds team. About Us: TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide special education and related services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the educational process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to provide high-quality, student-centered services while creating meaningful connections within collaborative learning environments. Position Details Part-time: 10-12 hours per weekSchool year: October-May/June, 2026-2027 school yearGrades: PreK-3Setting: On-site, in-personPay: $55-$65+/hour, based on experience, qualifications, and employment arrangementGuaranteed hours, including designated documentation, planning, consultation, and administrative timeManageable caseloadSupport from both the school district and TheraPeds PartnersPotential Supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) as assigned and in accordance with applicable state requirements What You'll Do As a school-based Physical Therapist, you'll evaluate and support students whose gross-motor, mobility, strength, balance, coordination, positioning, or other physical needs affect their ability to access and participate successfully in their educational environment. Your responsibilities may include: Providing direct physical therapy services to students individually, in small groups, and within classroom or school environmentsConducting comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessmentsDeveloping, implementing, and monitoring measurable, educationally relevant IEP goalsDeveloping individualized intervention plans based on student needs and educational prioritiesProviding therapeutic activities and exercises to address strength, balance, coordination, mobility, motor planning, endurance, positioning, and functional movementSupporting students with transfers, gait, mobility, positioning, accessibility, and safe participation within the educational environmentEvaluating student needs for adaptive equipment, mobility devices, positioning systems, and other supports within the PT scope of practiceProviding consultation and recommendations regarding classroom and school accessibility, positioning, mobility, and student safetyMonitoring student performance, collecting data, and adjusting intervention strategies based on progress and functional needsCompleting timely and accurate evaluations, progress reports, IEP documentation, and other required recordsParticipating in IEP, eligibility, reevaluation, and interdisciplinary team meetingsProviding case management services, as assignedProviding appropriate supervision and direction to a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in accordance with state practice requirements, district policies, and professional standardsReviewing PTA documentation and student progress and modifying plans of care as appropriateCollaborating with teachers, special education staff, families, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, nurses, administrators, and other school professionalsProviding education and consultation to school staff and families regarding positioning, mobility, equipment, and strategies that support student access and independenceMaintaining confidentiality and following applicable professional standards, district policies, and state and federal requirements Requirements What We're Looking For Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy program, or other professional PT degree meeting applicable licensure requirementsActive or eligible for state licensure as a Physical TherapistAppropriate Department of Education credential or authorization, where required for school-based practiceAPTA membership preferredExperience working with children or school-aged studentsSchool-based or pediatric Physical Therapy experience preferredExperience supervising or collaborating with a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) preferredStrong foundation in planning and implementing therapeutic interventions and exercises within developmental and functional models appropriate to the educational settingKnowledge of pediatric gross-motor development, mobility, balance, coordination, strength, positioning, gait, and functional participationAbility to identify and analyze physical and environmental barriers that may affect a student's access to and participation in their educational programUnderstanding of IEPs, IDEA, special education processes, and educationally relevant Physical Therapy servicesKnowledge of adaptive equipment, mobility devices, positioning systems, and accessibility supports preferredStrong clinical reasoning, assessment, and intervention-planning skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational, documentation, case-management, and time-management skillsProficient in the use of technology for documentation, communication, assessment, and educational purposesAbility to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearancesAbility to collaborate effectively with students, families, educators, administrators, and multidisciplinary teamsDemonstrated professionalism and ability to exercise a high level of tact, discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment in internal and external communications Physical Requirements School-based Physical Therapy is active and hands-on. The Physical Therapist must be able to safely participate with students in a variety of school environments and activities. Physical responsibilities may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, assisting with positioning and transfers, and lifting or assisting with students, mobility devices, adaptive equipment, or therapeutic materials as appropriate to the position. All responsibilities will be performed in accordance with assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations. Benefits Compensation & Benefits Benefits and compensation are based on employment classification and eligibility. W-2 employees may be eligible for: Competitive hourly compensationMedical, dental, and vision benefits401(k)Guaranteed hoursProfessional development and continuing education opportunitiesOngoing clinical and administrative supportAccess to the TheraPeds professional community 1099 independent contractor opportunities may include: Competitive contract ratesBenefit ResourcesFlexibility associated with independent contractor statusAccess to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds PartnersGuaranteed hoursProfessional development and continuing education opportunitiesOngoing clinical and administrative supportAccess to the TheraPeds professional community Specific compensation, benefits, and terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement. Why TheraPeds Partners? At TheraPeds Partners, we believe school-based professionals do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and connected to the teams they serve. As a therapist-owned organization, we understand the realities of working in school-based practice. Our goal is to create strong partnerships between professionals and schools while providing the clinical and administrative support needed for both students and providers to succeed. If you're a Physical Therapist looking for a school-based PT opportunity, we'd love to connect with you.