School-Based Physical Therapist - Oakland, CA

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Job Description

A physical therapist position is available within a K-12 school district in Oakland, CA. This contract role runs from September 15, 2025, through June 3, 2026, with a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week. The position requires on-site work with an itinerant caseload across multiple school sites within the district.

Responsibilities:

• Provide physical therapy services to students from early childhood through transition age across various school locations.
• Manage a caseload spanning up to a dozen different schools, ensuring individualized care and therapy plans at each site.
• Collaborate with educational staff and families to support student mobility, independence, and participation in school activities.
• Comply with all federal, state, and district regulations and guidelines related to physical therapy in an educational setting.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services and progress reports.

Qualifications:

• Valid California Physical Therapist (PT) license is required.
• Experience working as a physical therapist in school settings, preferably with itinerant caseloads.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple assignments across various locations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Commitment to supporting students' educational and developmental needs through therapeutic interventions.

Location:

• On-site within multiple school sites across the district in the Oakland area.

Benefits:

• Engage in a dynamic and meaningful role that directly impacts student success.
• Work within a supportive educational environment serving diverse student populations.
• Gain valuable experience managing an itinerant caseload in a K-12 public school setting.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume along with proof of licensure and any additional requested documentation to be considered for this position. This is a unique opportunity to apply your physical therapy expertise to enhance student outcomes across multiple schools. Apply today to contribute to a dedicated educational community.

Compensation for this position ranges from $32.00 to $85.00. 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.