School-Based Physical Therapist - Littleton, Colorado

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Job Description

A temporary opportunity is available for a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to provide specialized therapy services within a school setting in Littleton, CO. This contract role offers a focused caseload serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade and is set to begin as soon as possible, continuing through the end of the school year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct and indirect physical therapy interventions aligned with students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Section 504 plans.
• Assess and monitor gross motor skills, mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and postural control in K-8 students.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, school staff, parents, and special education teams to enhance student participation and inclusion in educational activities.
• Develop, implement, and adapt therapy plans, incorporating adaptive equipment and assistive technologies as needed.
• Maintain detailed documentation of therapy progress and actively participate in IEP/504 meetings and other school initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Physical Therapy or related field.
• Current Physical Therapist license issued by the appropriate state licensing board.
• Experience or comfort working within a school-based therapy environment is highly valued.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with students, families, and school teams.

Work Schedule and Location:

• Based onsite in Littleton, CO.
• Approximately 1.5 hours per week (.033 FTE).

Benefits include competitive weekly pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, as well as access to mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities provided by a dedicated Clinical Advisory Team.

This role presents a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on student well-being and mobility within the school environment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to contribute their expertise and support student success.

Compensation for this position ranges from $47.00 to $70.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.