2026-2027 Part Time Physical Therapist

District Office; Wickenburg (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Wickenburg Unified School District is seeking a Part-time Physical Therapist to support students in the district. This 9-month classified calendar role runs about 20 hours per week, with an immediate starting date and opportunities to collaborate with families and school teams.

Responsibilities include developing and monitoring IEPs, implementing PT programs, direct student services, and reporting progress while maintaining records in compliance with district and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy is required.
• Arizona Physical Therapist license is required.
• Fingerprint clearance and/or background check required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and monitors IEPs for students eligible for physical therapy services.
• Develops and coordinates a physical therapy program including philosophy and goals.
• Provides direct PT services to students as indicated on IEPs.
• Evaluates students using information with parents and school teams.
• Communicates progress and requirements to parents and school staff.
• Maintains student records per district/state policies.
• Keeps rapport with students, staff, and community.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Math ability

Reasoning ability

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Arizona Physical Therapist license

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Part time position ~20 hours per week

We are creating excelling schools where there is a laser-like focus on the Essential Elements of Instruction and moving each student to the next academic level.

POSITION SUMMARY

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develops, implements, and monitors IEPs for all students eligible for physical therapy services.
• Develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program, including philosophy, vision, departmental procedures and goals.
• Provides direct service to students as indicated on specific IEP's.
• Evaluates students using appropriately conveyed information with parents and school teams.
• Interprets assessment findings and appropriately conveys information to parents and school terms.
• Consults with school staff, parents and agencies regarding student needs, progress, and instructional modifications.
• Maintains student services, administrative and other department records in accordance with the Arizona Physical Therapy Practice Act as well as school district, State and Federal policies.
• Evaluates and reports on student progress.
• Communicates and consults with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionals effectively both orally and in written form.
• Participates in professional growth activities.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behaviour and confidentiality.
• Complies with all rules, regulations and policies of the Governing Board;
• Other job related duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATION REQUIRED

• Masters/Doctorate Degree required
• Arizona Physical Therapist license
• Pass a fingerprint clearance and background check or maintain a current IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years of pediatric clinical experience or elementary school experience preferred.
• Completion of six (6) months of supervised clinical affiliations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Computer Skills – Demonstrated competency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and typing.
• Communication Skills – Ability to read and interpret general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals. Ability to write general correspondence and speak effectively with others.
• Math Ability – Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability – Ability to interpret an assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms. Ability to apply reason to research and solve moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Physical Demands – While performing the duties of this job, employees are frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee occasionally will stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Employees will frequently interact with the public and other staff members. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

This job description is intended to be representative of the work performed by employees in this position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities as defined by the supervisor. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Wickenburg Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Wickenburg Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

2026-2027 Part Time Physical Therapist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5491210

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: 9 Month Classified Calendar

Salary: $33,637.50 to $37,730 Salaried

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