Physical Therapist - (0.6)

Livonia Public Schools•Livonia, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a passionate and student-centered Physical Therapist committed to building strong relationships and creating meaningful learning experiences within a supportive school community. The ideal candidate fosters a positive, respectful culture where every student feels known, valued, and challenged to grow. Responsibilities of this position will include evaluation and treatment for students with physical impairments. This person will consult with teachers and families as well as administer prescriptive techniques or therapy under direction from a medical doctor and be involved in adapting learning activities.

Requirements

Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan.
Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Knowledge of special education laws, procedures, and the role of related services within IDEA.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate motor skills and functional mobility needs in educational settings.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and community providers.
Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
Commitment to creating inclusive learning environments for students of all abilities.
Demonstrated professionalism and adherence to ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with school-aged children is preferred.
Experience providing services in areas such as: Direct Intervention, Functional mobility, Gross motor development, Balance and coordination, Strength and endurance, Posture and positioning, Transfers and ambulation, Motor planning, Tone management, Adaptive equipment and assistive technology, Environmental accessibility, Consultation, Training school personnel on safe handling, positioning, and mobility, Collaborating with educational teams to support student participation, Recommending classroom accommodations and environmental modifications, Supporting implementation of therapy strategies throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

Conduct evaluations to determine students' physical therapy needs as part of the multidisciplinary evaluation process.
Develop recommendations that support students' educational access and participation.
Provide direct and consultative physical therapy services as outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development, progress monitoring, and educational planning.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, nurses, physicians, and families to support student success.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized therapy programs designed to improve functional mobility, positioning, motor planning, balance, coordination, strength, endurance, and participation in school activities.
Recommend and assist with the selection, use, and maintenance of adaptive equipment, assistive technology, seating systems, and mobility devices.
Provide training and consultation to school personnel regarding positioning, transfers, accessibility, mobility, safety, and implementation of therapy recommendations within the educational environment.
Maintain accurate documentation, evaluation reports, Medicaid documentation (as applicable), progress reports, and service logs in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.
Monitor student progress and adjust intervention plans as appropriate.
Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practices and participate in ongoing professional learning.
Perform other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Benefits

Traditional pension
Tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution
Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF) - portable, tax-deferred investment account for healthcare expenses in retirement
Dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% contributed to PHF
Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage (district contribution is maximum allowed by Michigan law)
Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week
Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week
Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify
Dental, vision, and life insurance (district pays 100% of premium for all employees)
Long-term disability coverage (district pays 100% of premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week)
Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members (confidential, short-term counseling, available 7 days a week, no cost)
Paid holidays
Earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days
Longevity pay
Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days
Children of employees working 20+ hours are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice