Physical Therapist

TheraPeds•Rocklin, CA

18d•$70 - $90•Onsite

About The Position

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide Physical Therapy (PT) services to PreK–12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Physical Therapy (PT) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment. This is a part-time, on-site role as an Physical Therapist (PT) serving a school located in Rocklin, CA. The Physical Therapist (PT) will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting assessments, developing IEP plans, evaluating progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Requirements

Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist
Department of Education certification or school-based licensure, when required by the state
Experience working with pediatric populations, preferably in educational settings
Strong understanding of pediatric evaluation methods, treatment planning, therapeutic exercise, and school-based intervention models
Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
Comfortable using technology for documentation, scheduling, and service delivery
Successful completion of fingerprinting and background clearance requirements
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with educators, administrators, families, and related service providers while maintaining professionalism, discretion, and effective communication

Nice To Haves

APTA membership or national credential preferred

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services to students across a variety of educational settings with a balanced, manageable caseload.
Perform functional mobility evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based therapy services aligned with student IEPs.
Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student participation and educational success.
Participate in IEP meetings, maintain accurate documentation, monitor student progress, and complete assigned case management responsibilities.
Provide clinical guidance and supervision to a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in accordance with state and district guidelines.
Evaluate students with physical, developmental, gross motor, perceptual, and functional motor challenges that may impact educational performance.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized therapy plans designed to help students access and participate in their educational programs.
Deliver direct physical therapy services using evidence-based interventions, therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, and developmentally appropriate treatment approaches.
Conduct formal and informal assessments using standardized and non-standardized evaluation tools to determine student needs and measure progress.
Provide consultation to educators, families, and multidisciplinary team members to support student mobility, access, and functional independence within the school environment.
Coordinate case management responsibilities while maintaining accurate treatment records, progress documentation, and required reports.
Supervise and provide clinical direction to a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in accordance with state practice guidelines.
Collaborate with school staff and caregivers to promote consistent implementation of therapy recommendations across educational settings.