School Physical Therapist

TheraPeds•Monrovia, IN

1d•$60 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team for a part-time, school-based opportunity in Monrovia, IN for the 2026–2027 school year. This role involves working with students in a school setting to help them develop the strength, mobility, balance, coordination, and functional movement skills needed to participate successfully in their school environment. The position offers guaranteed hours, a manageable caseload, and support from both the school district and the TheraPeds team. The Physical Therapist will also supervise a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) as assigned.

Requirements

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy program, or other 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 within 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
Proficient in the use of 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
Demonstrated professionalism and ability to exercise a high level of tact, discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment in internal and external communications

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Providing direct physical therapy services to students individually, in small groups, and within classroom or school environments
Conducting comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments
Developing, implementing, and monitoring measurable, educationally relevant IEP goals
Developing individualized intervention plans based on student needs and educational priorities
Providing therapeutic activities and exercises to address strength, balance, coordination, mobility, motor planning, endurance, positioning, and functional movement
Supporting students with transfers, gait, mobility, positioning, accessibility, and safe participation within the educational environment
Evaluating student needs for adaptive equipment, mobility devices, positioning systems, and other supports within the PT scope of practice
Providing consultation and recommendations regarding classroom and school accessibility, positioning, mobility, and student safety
Monitoring student performance, collecting data, and adjusting intervention strategies based on progress and functional needs
Completing timely and accurate evaluations, progress reports, IEP documentation, and other required records
Participating in IEP, eligibility, reevaluation, and interdisciplinary team meetings
Providing case management services, as assigned
Providing appropriate supervision and direction to a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in accordance with state practice requirements, district policies, and professional standards
Reviewing PTA documentation and student progress and modifying plans of care as appropriate
Collaborating with teachers, special education staff, families, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, nurses, administrators, and other school professionals
Providing education and consultation to school staff and families regarding positioning, mobility, equipment, and strategies that support student access and independence
Maintaining confidentiality and following applicable professional standards, district policies, and state and federal requirements