Physical Therapist 2026-2027

Special School District Saint Louis County•Saint Louis, MO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Special School District (SSD), physical therapists support students of all learning abilities by helping them build the skills needed to fully participate in school and daily routines. Through evaluations, individualized interventions, and collaboration with educators and families, you will help students improve mobility, strength, positioning, and functional independence while reducing barriers to learning and participation. In this role, you will develop therapy programs, recommend adaptive equipment, support staff with individualized techniques and strategies, and contribute to IEP planning and student goal development. Your expertise and care will help create safe, supportive environments where students can grow in confidence and access meaningful opportunities throughout their school experience. Physical therapists work during school hours, are generously compensated, and receive benefits, including insurance, paid time off and holidays, access to staff health clinics, and more. They are assigned to students, not locations, and regular travel is required between buildings and districts within St. Louis County.

Requirements

Bachelor's, master's, or clinical doctorate in physical therapy required.
Missouri Physical Therapy License required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pediatrics/school-based physical therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct evaluations to assess students' needs.
Develop and implement individualized therapy programs.
Recommend adaptive equipment.
Support staff with individualized techniques and strategies.
Contribute to IEP planning and student goal development.
Help students improve mobility, strength, positioning, and functional independence.
Reduce barriers to learning and participation.
Create safe, supportive environments for students.