School-Based Physical Therapist

Cross Country Education•New York, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Cross Country Education is hiring a Physical Therapist in New York, NY, to help students participate and thrive in the classroom and beyond. The therapist evaluates students’ physical, gross motor, mobility, and functional needs and provides individualized therapy to promote participation and independence. Services include direct and indirect therapy delivered through classroom-based, individual, and group activities, using ongoing assessment and evidence-based interventions. The therapist maintains progress reports, treatment plans, session documentation, and other required records, monitors student progress, and adjusts services as appropriate. The role collaborates with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary team members to integrate therapeutic strategies into the school environment and support student inclusion. The schedule is full-time at 37.5 hours per week. Pay is $55.30–$58.40 per hour based on experience and qualifications, with weekly pay and bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree.
Valid New York State Physical Therapy License.
Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) number.
Experience working in a school setting with students with disabilities.
Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Evaluate students’ physical, gross motor, mobility, and functional needs.
Provide individualized therapy to promote student participation and independence.
Deliver direct and indirect therapy through classroom-based, individual, and group activities.
Use ongoing assessment and evidence-based interventions.
Develop and maintain progress reports, treatment plans, session documentation, and other required records.
Monitor student progress and adjust services as appropriate.
Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary team members to integrate therapeutic strategies into the school environment and support student inclusion.