Full-Time School-Based Physical Therapist — Impact & Growth

LEARN; New London (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

4% towards retirement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

LEARN RESC in Connecticut is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to support students across LEARN's schools and programs. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, administer screenings and interventions, and help develop IEPs to enable student access and engagement in learning.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, ongoing progress monitoring, and a strong focus on student safety, dignity, and growth within a diverse, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree (or equivalent).
• DPH Licensure in Physical Therapy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and evidence-based assessments and interventions.
• In-depth understanding of students with complex needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team to create comprehensive student programming.
• Administer screenings, assessments and direct interventions with students.
• Collaboratively develop IEPs to support students to access and engage in their learning and school environments.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress through ongoing data collection, analysis and review meetings.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Developmental milestones knowledge

Interpersonal & collaboration

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

DPH Licensure in Physical Therapy

Job description

LEARN RESC in Connecticut is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist to support students across LEARN's schools and programs. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, administer screenings and interventions, and help develop IEPs to enable student access and engagement in learning.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, ongoing progress monitoring, and a strong focus on student safety, dignity, and growth within a diverse, inclusive environment.