Part-Time Physical Therapist

LEARN Academy; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Clinical Manager support

Onsite with hybrid hours

Part-time hours

Competitive compensation (W2 hourly)

401K

Job summary

LEARN Academy in Tolleson, AZ seeks a part-time School-Based Physical Therapist to support students with special needs. You will work with teachers, families, and the IEP team to evaluate needs, develop treatment plans, and deliver therapy in the school setting.

This role offers onsite work with some hybrid hours, W2 hourly pay DOE, and a 401K. Doctor of Physical Therapy required; prior experience in school-based services is a plus.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of students' physical abilities and needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP goals.
• Provide direct physical therapy services to improve strength, mobility, coordination, and balance.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and IEP team members to support classroom participation.
• Assist in selection and use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment.
• Monitor and document student progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Participate in IEP meetings and share insights on progress and interventions.
• Train school staff on techniques to support students' physical needs throughout the day.
• Mentor or supervise assistants or students in the PT community.
• Advocate for students' needs within the educational system.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Part-Time Physical Therapist LEARN Academy

Address Tolleson, AZ, 85353

Description

Why Join LEARN Academy?

As a School-Based Physical Therapist at LEARN Academy, you play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of comprehensive special education services to children with special needs. Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, you implement evidence-based interventions that promote students' participation and success in their educational environment.

You will work across school settings alongside teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers to deliver high-quality support. Responsibilities include evaluating student needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, and monitoring progress toward IEP goals.

Allow Us to Introduce Ourselves

LEARN Academy (LEARN Academy® School Support Services and Education Network), a nationwide provider of special education services to schools, formerly Light Street Special Education Solutions, helps schools succeed by providing comprehensive special education programs and services. We partner with schools to improve the quality and efficiency of services provided to children with special needs. We offer an array of flexible solutions that are grounded in evidence-based practices and focused on achieving positive outcomes for our students and school partners.

What We Offer

• Local Clinical Manager support
• Onsite with the possibility of some hybrid hours
• Part-time hours
• Competitive Compensation ~ W2 Hourly, Rate DOE, direct and indirect compensation, guaranteed hours
• 401K

What You Have

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program

What You'll Do

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess students' physical abilities and needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that align with students' IEP goals.
• Provide direct physical therapy services to improve strength, mobility, coordination, and balance.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other IEP team members to support students' participation in classroom activities and extracurricular activities.
• Assist in the selection and use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment.
• Monitor and document student progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Participate in IEP meetings and provide insights on student progress and recommended interventions.
• Train school staff on techniques to support students' physical needs throughout the school day.
• Mentor and/or supervise assistants or students in the physical therapy community.
• Advocate for students' needs within the educational system to ensure they have access to necessary resources.
• Stay current with best practices in school-based physical therapy through ongoing professional development.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to the needs of the organization.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to walk, run, stand, sit, bend, kneel, squat, crawl, reach, balance, and move quickly as needed. Must push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs., maintain client safety awareness, respond quickly to changes, and safely manage client movement per ABA guidelines. Requires stamina, sustained concentration, effective communication, and ability to work in loud, high-stimulation environments. Must assist with hygiene and toileting as needed.

is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast-to-coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.