336-CRT-09-26 Physical Therapist (Leave Replacement) @ Special Ed

Sylvania; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Professional growth reimbursement

Job summary

Wenatchee School District is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to fill a leave replacement in the Special Education Department from 08/31/2026 to 03/12/2027. The role includes assessment, therapy, Medicaid coordination, mandated reports, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and other team members to support students three through twenty-one.

ESA certification and active licensure are required; bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• ESA Certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Experience in school/system environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat students, coordinate with Medicaid and mandated reports.
• Consult with teachers, parents and administrators; collaborate on teams.
• Maintain up-to-date therapy records and ensure confidentiality.

Education

ESA Certification

Certified Physical Therapist

Job description

#336-CRT-08-26:

Physical Therapist

Special Education Department

Leave Replacement: 08/31/2026-03/12/2027

DESCRIPTION:

Fulfill all obligations for a certificated Physical Therapist including but not limited to assessment, therapy, Medicaid, mandated reports, consulting with teachers, parents and working as a member of several teams. Must be able to meet multiple timelines, communicate well with parents, teachers, and administrators. Maintain up-to-date cumulative physical therapy records for all assigned students; maintain other records as required by the district, state and federal law; follow all relevant state and federal regulations for special education; maintain confidentiality. Participate in professional development activities as needed or assigned. Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

ESA Certification. Certified Physical Therapist. Prior experience is helpful. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required. Organized. Experience within a school system working with motor disorders and special education for students ages three through twenty-one. Maintain professional competence through continuing education activities; maintain physical therapy ESA certification. May require prolonged sitting or standing. Attendance and punctuality are important functions of this position.

SCHEDULE:

OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

UNION AFFILIATION:

This position is represented by the Wenatchee Education Association.

BENEFITS:

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits

Professional growth reimbursement, $1000/year for qualified expenses.

Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave and 3 personal leave days.

https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements

Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/FTE

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, HIB Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools, [e-mail], 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161 You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of your district’s nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it online here: Policy 3210 and Procedure 3210P.

DECLARACIÓN DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓN

El Distrito Escolar de Wenatchee no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión de género, identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de supuesta discriminación: Coordinador de Derechos Civiles, Oficial del Título IX, Coordinador de la Sección 504, Coordinador de Escuelas Inclusivas de Género y Cumplimiento de HIB: Eric Anderson, Director Ejecutivo de Escuelas, [e-mail], 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161 Puede denunciar la discriminación y el acoso discriminatorio a cualquier miembro del personal de la escuela o al Coordinador de Derechos Civiles del distrito, mencionado anteriormente. También tiene derecho a presentar una queja (ver más abajo). Para obtener una copia de la política y el procedimiento de no discriminación de su distrito, comuníquese con la escuela o la oficina del distrito o véala en línea aquí: Política 3210 y Procedimiento 3210P.

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