Physical Therapist

TheraPeds • Laurel, MS

17d • $55 - $65 • Hybrid

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, hybrid role as an Physical Therapist (PT) serving a school located in Laurel, MS.
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.
Part-time school-based opportunity with a 8–12-hour weekly schedule
2026–2027 academic year (August 2026 through May 2027)
Flexible hybrid position with a combination of on-site and virtual services
Provide services to students in PreK through Kindergarten
Prior experience providing services in both traditional school settings and virtual learning environments is preferred
Deliver individualized student services, complete evaluations as assigned, collaborate with families and educational teams, and support student progress through ongoing consultation
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, maintain timely documentation, and contribute to educational planning
Guaranteed paid hours include direct services, documentation, planning, meetings, and administrative responsibilities
Manageable caseloads that support high-quality, individualized student care
Ongoing collaboration and professional support from both the partnering school district and the TheraPeds Partners team
$55–$65+ per hour, with estimated weekly earnings of approximately $550–$650+

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited university
• State License as Physical Therapist
• Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required
• Must have school and virtual school experience
• Experience working with children
• Identify children with deviations in physical, developmental, gross/perceptual and functional motor areas that may affect their educational program and to provide direct service as appropriate.
• Guide therapy in determining appropriate goals, selecting treatment methods, and measuring effectiveness of intervention.
• Use observation, standardized and non-standardized techniques as tools
• Strong foundation in planning and implementing treatment, exercises, manual therapy within developmental therapeutic models to support students within the school setting.
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in use of technology
• Fingerprint background clearance
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications

Nice To Haves

• National License: APTA (Preferred)
• Prior experience providing services in both traditional school settings and virtual learning environments is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services to students in accordance with their IEPs
• Conduct physical therapy evaluations and assessments to determine students' functional mobility and physical needs
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized physical therapy goals as part of the IEP process
• Participate in case management responsibilities, as assigned
• Consult and collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary team members to support student success
• Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings and interdisciplinary planning sessions
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation, progress notes, and service records in compliance with district and state requirements

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Guaranteed hours
• Bi-monthly salary deposits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level