School Physical Therapist

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team for a part-time, school-based opportunity in Monrovia, IN for the 2026-2027 school year. This role is ideal for those who 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.

About the Role

Part-time position: Approximately 10 hours per week during the 2026-2027 school year. You will work with K-12 students in an on-site, in-person school setting, supported by both the district and the TheraPeds team.

• Guaranteed hours, including designated documentation, planning, consultation, and administrative time
• Manageable caseload
• Supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) as assigned and in accordance with applicable state requirements

Pay

$60-$75/hour, based on experience, qualifications, and employment arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services to students individually, in small groups, and within classroom or school environments
• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments
• Develop, implement, and monitor measurable, educationally relevant IEP goals
• Create individualized intervention plans based on student needs and educational priorities
• Provide therapeutic activities and exercises to address strength, balance, coordination, mobility, motor planning, endurance, positioning, and functional movement
• Support students with transfers, gait, mobility, positioning, accessibility, and safe participation within the educational environment
• Evaluate student needs for adaptive equipment, mobility devices, positioning systems, and other supports within the PT scope of practice
• Provide consultation and recommendations regarding classroom and school accessibility, positioning, mobility, and student safety
• Monitor student performance, collect data, and adjust intervention strategies based on progress and functional needs
• Complete timely and accurate evaluations, progress reports, IEP documentation, and other required records
• Participate in IEP, eligibility, reevaluation, and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Provide case management services, as assigned
• Supervise and direct a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in accordance with state practice requirements, district policies, and professional standards
• Review PTA documentation and student progress, modifying plans of care as appropriate
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, nurses, administrators, and other school professionals
• Provide education and consultation to school staff and families regarding positioning, mobility, equipment, and strategies that support student access and independence
• Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable professional standards, district policies, and state and federal requirements

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy program, or other professional PT degree meeting applicable licensure requirements
• Active or eligible for state licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Appropriate Department of Education credential or authorization, where required for school-based practice
• APTA membership preferred
• Experience working with children or school-aged students
• School-based or pediatric Physical Therapy experience preferred
• Experience supervising or collaborating with a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) preferred
• Strong foundation in planning and implementing therapeutic interventions and exercises within developmental and functional models appropriate to the educational setting
• Knowledge of pediatric gross-motor development, mobility, balance, coordination, strength, positioning, gait, and functional participation
• Ability to identify and analyze physical and environmental barriers that may affect a student's access to and participation in their educational program
• Understanding of IEPs, IDEA, special education processes, and educationally relevant Physical Therapy services
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, mobility devices, positioning systems, and accessibility supports preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and intervention-planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, documentation, case-management, and time-management skills
• Proficient in the use of technology for documentation, communication, assessment, and educational purposes
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, educators, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated 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. Responsibilities may include:

• Sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor
• Assisting with positioning and transfers
• 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

Benefits eligibility is dependent on employment status (W-2 employee or 1099 independent contractor).

W-2 Employees

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

1099 Independent Contractors

• Competitive contract rates
• Benefit resources
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status
• Access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

Specific compensation, benefits, and terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement.

About 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.