Long-Term Substitute Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)

LAUREL REGIONAL PROGRAM; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurel Regional Program in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks a qualified Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for a long-term substitute role. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will provide school-based PT services to students with disabilities in line with IEPs and PT plans.

Requirements include Virginia PTA license and graduation from accredited program; preferred pediatric school-based experience and ability to work collaboratively with educators and families in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Current Virginia license as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of therapy and mobility assistance.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Implement therapeutic activities to improve mobility and participation in school.
• Assist students with positioning, transfers, mobility, gait training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Support the use of wheelchairs, walkers, standers, and other mobility equipment.
• Maintain documentation and collect data on student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, nurses, families and other team members.
• Provide staff support regarding positioning, transfers, and equipment use as directed.
• Follow professional, safety, confidentiality, and school procedures.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Instructing students

Education

Virginia PTA license

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Long-Term Substitute Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)

Lynchburg City Schools LAUREL REGIONAL PROGRAM - Lynchburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5943733

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Long Term Substitute Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Long Term Substitute Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) Department:Laurel Regional Program Salary Grade: $35 per hour
FLSA Status: Exempt Site/Location: Laurel Regional Program Reports to: Director of the Laurel Regional Program Date: 09/29/2026 POSITION SUMMARY

Laurel Regional School is seeking a qualified and compassionate Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) to serve in a long-term substitute capacity.

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the LPTA will provide school-based physical therapy services to students with disabilities in accordance with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and established physical therapy plans.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide direct physical therapy services as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Implement therapeutic activities and interventions designed to improve students’ functional mobility and participation in the educational environment.
• Assist students with positioning, transfers, mobility, gait training, and use of adaptive equipment.
• Support the use of wheelchairs, walkers, standers, gait trainers, adaptive seating, and other mobility equipment.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and collect data related to student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, nurses, families, and other members of the educational team.
• Provide staff support regarding positioning, transfers, mobility, and equipment use as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Follow all applicable professional, safety, confidentiality, and school procedures.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Current Virginia license as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements associated with providing therapy and mobility assistance to students.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• Pediatric physical therapy experience.
• School-based therapy experience.
• Experience working with children and young adults with significant or multiple disabilities.
• Experience with adaptive seating, mobility equipment, positioning, and transfers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledgeofprocedures, activities, and equipment used in physical therapy.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to travel to more than one work location in the course of a day if assigned to an itinerant position

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales . DAYS: START DATE: 2026-2027

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Student Services > Physical Therapist

Contact Information

• Donna Lewis , Director
• LAUREL REGIONAL PROGRAM
• Phone: [phone]