Physical Therapist

TheraPeds • Littleton, CO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a part-time, school-based Physical Therapist in Littleton, Colorado, for the 2026–2027 school year. The position is on-site, serving elementary through high school students from October 2026 through May 2027, for approximately 3–5 hours per week. The therapist will evaluate and support students whose physical needs affect access to and participation in their educational environment, working with support from the school district and TheraPeds Partners. The role includes guaranteed hours for designated documentation, planning, consultation, and administrative time, and may include supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) as assigned and in accordance with applicable state requirements. Compensation is $66.50–$76.75 or more per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and employment arrangement. Benefits and terms depend on employment classification and eligibility; the opportunity may be offered as W-2 employment or as a 1099 independent contractor arrangement.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, or another professional PT degree meeting applicable licensure requirements.
• Active or eligible for state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Appropriate Department of Education credential or authorization where required for school-based practice.
• Experience working with children or school-aged students.
• Strong foundation in planning and implementing therapeutic interventions and exercises using developmental and functional models appropriate to the educational setting.
• Knowledge of pediatric gross-motor development, mobility, balance, coordination, strength, positioning, gait, and functional participation.
• Ability to identify and analyze physical and environmental barriers that may affect a student's access to and participation in their educational program.
• Understanding of IEPs, IDEA, special education processes, and educationally relevant Physical Therapy services.
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and intervention-planning skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, case-management, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with technology for documentation, communication, assessment, and educational purposes.
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, educators, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Professionalism and ability to exercise tact, discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment in internal and external communications.
• Ability to safely participate with students in varied school environments and activities, including the physical activities described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• APTA membership.
• School-based or pediatric Physical Therapy experience.
• Experience supervising or collaborating with a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, mobility devices, positioning systems, and accessibility supports.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services individually, in small groups, and in classroom or school environments.
• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Develop, implement, and monitor measurable, educationally relevant IEP goals and individualized intervention plans.
• Provide therapeutic activities and exercises addressing students’ strength, balance, coordination, mobility, motor planning, endurance, positioning, and functional movement.
• Support student transfers, gait, mobility, positioning, accessibility, and safe participation in the educational environment.
• Evaluate student needs for adaptive equipment, mobility devices, positioning systems, and other supports within the PT scope of practice.
• Advise on classroom and school accessibility, positioning, mobility, and student safety.
• Monitor student performance, collect data, and adjust intervention strategies according to progress and functional needs.
• Complete timely and accurate evaluations, progress reports, IEP documentation, and other required records.
• Participate in IEP, eligibility, reevaluation, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide case management services as assigned.
• Supervise and direct a PTA as appropriate, review PTA documentation and student progress, and modify plans of care as appropriate.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, nurses, administrators, and other school professionals.
• Educate and consult with school staff and families about positioning, mobility, equipment, and strategies supporting student access and independence.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable professional standards, district policies, and state and federal requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation for eligible W-2 employees.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible W-2 employees.
• 401(k) for eligible W-2 employees.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support.
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community.
• 1099 independent contractor opportunities may include competitive contract rates, benefit resources, flexibility associated with independent contractor status, and access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time