School Physical Therapist | Oakland, California

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Job Description

Step into a dynamic and rewarding role as a Physical Therapist supporting students across multiple schools in the San Francisco Bay Area for the upcoming academic year. This contract opportunity spans from August 11, 2026, through June 2, 2027, offering you the chance to make a meaningful impact on student well-being and mobility needs.

As an itinerant professional, you will work districtwide with students from early childhood through transition ages. With smaller individual caseloads at each location, you'll have the unique experience of building relationships at up to a dozen school sites, focusing your expertise where its needed mostall in an on-site setting that emphasizes collaboration and hands-on care.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active Physical Therapist license in California
• Prior experience in a school-based or pediatric setting preferred
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to travel districtwide to multiple campuses as assigned
• Collaborative approach to interdisciplinary teamwork

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based physical therapy services to students ages EC-transition
• Develop and implement individualized therapy programs in coordination with IEP teams
• Assess, document, and report student progress toward therapeutic goals
• Educate staff and families on strategies to support student mobility and function
• Travel between assigned schools to provide consistent, high-quality service

Benefits:

• Opportunity to impact diverse student populations
• Varied, stimulating work environment with flexibility and autonomy
• Support from a network of dedicated education professionals

If youre passionate about empowering students through movement and enjoy the variety of working across multiple school communities, this role could be a perfect fit. Submit your application todayincluding your resume, supervisor reference, and proof of licensureand take the next step in your school-based therapy career!

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.