School-Based Physical Therapist - Middletown, Ohio

Job Details

Job Description

A part-time physical therapy position is available for a leave coverage contract at an elementary school serving students in grades PK through 2nd. This role involves providing physical therapy services on a four-day-per-week schedule from January through April. The position is itinerant within the assigned school district and includes paid travel between locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct physical therapy services to early elementary students (PK2nd grade)
• Coordinate with school staff and families to support student goals and IEP implementation
• Utilize district-specific IEP systems for documentation and reporting (training provided)
• Participate in paid team meetings and allocate time for administrative responsibilities
• Adhere to district policies, including required fingerprinting and credential verification

Qualifications:

• Current licensure in physical therapy
• Experience working in school-based settings preferred
• Ability to manage caseload within established district parameters
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with educators and families
• Flexibility to work a part-time schedule across multiple school sites

Location: Middletown, OH area, within the specified school district

Additional Details:

• The district offers supportive supervision and professional training opportunities
• Interviews will be conducted via Zoom with flexible scheduling options
• Hiring decisions will be communicated promptly, typically within 24 hours

This position offers valuable experience in a dynamic educational setting focused on early intervention and student success. Qualified candidates interested in this leave coverage contract are encouraged to apply promptly to begin in January.