Physical Therapist/Adaptive PE Instructor
About The Position
Physical Therapist/Adaptive PE Instructor May Center School | Wilmington, MA Are you prepared to ignite change and transform lives in the field of special education? Leap into an exciting opportunity as a part-time Physical Therapist at May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in Wilmington, MA. As a Physical Therapist, you will interact with amazing students every day, ensuring the quality of Physical Therapy-designed programs by supporting teaching staff in implementing and incorporating therapeutic activities. Position Summary: In this role, you will drive communication with teachers and other appropriate staff regarding the progress and needs of individual students, working in coordination and cooperation with the students, family, LEA, Educational team, and behavioral and Nursing teams. Duties will include conducting assessments, writing goals and objectives, training direct service teachers, and providing ongoing consultation to the teaching staff in their work with the students. If you're passionate about transforming the lives of students and eager to turn your dedication into a rewarding career, we invite you to apply and be part of our impactful journey!
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved program in physical therapy
- Valid and current license as a PT in Massachusetts
- Demonstrated commitment to student progress
- Ability to multitask and take initiative in multitasking
- Finds enjoyment working with a multi-disciplinary team
Responsibilities
- Communicate with teachers and appropriate staff on the progress and needs of individual students
- Provides teachers with consultation regarding physical therapy profiles and appropriate short- and long-term objectives within the individualized education plans (IEP) when appropriate
- Providing in-services to classroom staff
- Provides the teacher with instructions and support necessary for them to carry out daily physical therapy programs with all children (STO’s, Rehabilitative Guidelines)
- Observe classrooms regularly, providing brief correction/positive feedback and suggestions to the teachers as needed
- Consulting with classroom staff regarding students' PT needs
- Providing direct service when deemed necessary
- Performing related physical therapy services as assigned
- Preserves the rights of each student and family
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid training and certification opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays
- 19 PTO days to start
- Birthday floating holiday
- Dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
- LTD and STD insurance coverage options
- Voluntary benefit choices
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan repayment assistance programs
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
