Part-Time Physical Therapist at LEARN

LEARN; Old Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement contribution 4%

Referral bonuses

Job summary

LEARN, Southeast Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, seeks a part-time Physical Therapist to support students across LEARN's schools and programs.

You will administer screenings, implement targeted interventions, develop IEP-based plans, and track progress with ongoing data collection and review meetings.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to adapt activities for diverse needs and promote student safety, dignity, and joy.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Developmental milestones knowledge

Evidence-based assessments

Interpersonal and collaboration skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

DPH Licensure in Physical Therapy

Job description

LEARN, Southeast Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, invites candidates to apply for a part-time Physical Therapist opening to provide support across LEARN's schools and programs.

Why Join Us?

• Impact that Matters: See real, measurable changes in students' skills, independence, and confidence.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary, forward-thinking team.
• Evidence Based Practices: Remain current within the field and application of research.
• Professional Growth: Access to continuing education credits, mentorship, and Communities of Practice.
• Supportive Environment: Responsive and supportive leadership that listens, values input, and provides the tools you need to succeed.
• Student-Centered Focus: Every decision is guided by what's best for the learner's safety, dignity, and joy.
• Diverse & Inclusive: A school culture that celebrates differences and builds belonging for all.
• Exciting Benefits: Paid time off, 4% towards retirement, and referral bonuses.

Day to Day

• 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.

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.

LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.