Physical Therapist (School-Based)
About The Position
Nashoba Learning Group (NLG) is a non-profit educational organization serving children, adolescents, and adults with autism through its Day School and Adult Services programs. NLG is committed to compassionate, evidence-based practices that center dignity, trust, and respect. The Physical Therapist provides consultative physical therapy services across NLG’s Day School and Adult Services programs. This role is ideal for a PT who enjoys collaboration, program development, and coaching staff while maintaining a consistent daytime schedule. The Physical Therapist will work closely with teachers, therapists, clinical staff, and the PT Department Supervisor to design, implement, and support individualized PT programming that promotes independence, regulation, and participation across settings.
Requirements
- Degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited DPT program
- Passing score on the NPTE
- Current Massachusetts PT license in good standing
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between program locations
- Ability to pass background and CORI checks
- Ability to perform physical movements required for crisis prevention, including bending, lifting, quick movements, and sustained exertion
Nice To Haves
- 1–3 years of experience preferred (school, autism, sensory integration, pediatrics, or developmental disabilities)
- Flexible, creative, and collaborative approach to clinical work
Responsibilities
- Consulting to a full time caseload of 30-35 allocations across day school (students) and adult services (members)
- Develop PT programs and train teachers, therapists, and clinical staff in implementation
- Collaborate with clinical teams to develop IEP and DHSP objectives
- Complete: Triennial and initial evaluations and evaluations requested by families or districts
- Create or oversee materials for PT programming and coordinate supply ordering
- Deliver staff trainings related to PT programming
- Support the PT department in maintaining safe, clean sensory and motor equipment
- Participate in required meetings, supervision, and interdisciplinary collaboration
Benefits
- Consistent daytime schedule (Monday–Friday, no nights or weekends)
- One remote workday per week
- Manageable consultative caseload
- Over 7 weeks of paid time off (Holiday, Closures, PTO)
- Opportunity to work across Day School and Adult Services programs
- Collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment
- Mission-driven organization that prioritizes dignity, autonomy, and connection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
