Extended School Year Physical Therapist

Chelmsford Schools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools seeks a part-time Extended School Year Physical Therapist for Summer 2026 to serve pre-K through high school students identified for ESY services.

Hours are 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, with travel between Center Elementary School and Chelmsford High School. The role focuses on preventing regression by implementing IEP-based PT lessons and monitoring student progress, and ends with ESY performance summaries.

Qualifications

• PT license is required.
• PT degree or equivalent.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and instruct lessons based on IEP objectives to prevent regression.
• Monitor student progress toward IEP goals.
• Write ESY performance summaries at session end.
• Travel between Center Elementary School and Chelmsford High School as needed.

Skills

PT License

IEP goals

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Extended School Year Physical Therapist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5593772
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

Job Description

Part-time: Summer 2026 Extended Year Special Education Program - Physical Therapist

Program dates: July 6 - August 6, 2026

Program hours: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Mon - Thurs (no programming on Fridays)

Locations: Center Elementary School & Chelmsford High School (Candidate will travel between schools)

Actual service hours are based on the number of students requiring PT and their needs. Assistance provided with PT schedule as needed.

General Description:

The Physical Therapist will provide appropriate PT services for pre‑K, elementary, middle, and/or high school students as assigned. The PT will work with students identified as requiring ESY services to prevent regression of previously learned skills.

- Prepare & instruct lessons based on IEP objectives to prevent regression of skills.

- Monitor student progress to maintain skills from IEP goals and write ESY summaries of performance at the end of the session.

Position Type: Part-time
Salary: $40 to $40 Per Hour

Job Categories

Student Services > Physical Therapist

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Certification/License at a Physical Therapist
• Appropriate degree
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required