Physical Therapist

TheraPeds • Littleton, CO

11d • $67 - $77 • Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a part-time, school-based Physical Therapist for the 2026–2027 school year in Littleton, Colorado. The role is on-site and serves students from elementary through high school, with a schedule of 3–5 hours per week. The therapist evaluates and supports students whose physical needs affect access to and participation in their educational environment. The position includes guaranteed hours for designated documentation, planning, consultation, and administrative time, a manageable caseload, and support from the school district and TheraPeds Partners. Supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant may be assigned in accordance with applicable state requirements.

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that works with schools to provide special education and related services to PreK–12 students nationwide. It emphasizes high-quality, student-centered services and collaboration in multidisciplinary learning environments. Compensation is listed at $66.50–$76.75+ per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and employment arrangement. Compensation and benefits depend on employment classification and eligibility; the role 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 Physical Therapy 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 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 affecting 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 the 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 for the position.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services individually, in small groups, and within classroom or school environments.
• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Develop, implement, and monitor measurable, educationally relevant IEP goals.
• Develop individualized intervention plans based on student needs and educational priorities.
• Provide therapeutic activities and exercises addressing strength, balance, coordination, mobility, motor planning, endurance, positioning, and functional movement.
• Support 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.
• Consult and make recommendations regarding classroom and school accessibility, positioning, mobility, and student safety.
• Monitor student performance, collect data, and adjust intervention strategies based on 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 Physical Therapist Assistant when assigned, in accordance with state practice requirements, district policies, and professional standards.
• 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

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits may be available to eligible W-2 employees.
• 401(k) may be available to 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 benefit resources and access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time