Pediatric Physical Therapist PT Per Diem

Kidtastic Kids Preschool; Farmingville (NY); On-site; USD 83,025 - 110,700; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling opportunities

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Meaningful work helping preschoolers

Child-centered environment

Supplemental hours

Job summary

Kidtastic Kids Preschool is seeking a compassionate pediatric physical therapist to provide school-based therapy for preschool children with developmental delays. This per diem role runs 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

on-site, with sessions delivered in accordance with each student’s IEP and school-day routines. You will collaborate with teachers and families to implement motor-skills interventions, document progress, and ensure compliance with state standards.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing.
• Experience working with preschool children in school-based settings is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group physical therapy services to preschool-aged children.
• Develop and implement therapy interventions aligned with student IEP goals.
• Conduct evaluations, screenings, and assessments as assigned.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to educational planning.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state regulations and professional standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Documentation

Education

New York State PT license

Job description

Overview

Per Diem Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) 0.2 - 1 day, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $45-$60 / 30 Minute Session

Kidtastic Kids Preschool Special Education Program

Kidtastic Kids is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and experienced pediatric physical therapist to provide school-based physical therapy services to preschool-aged children with developmental delays and disabilities.

In this role, you will work directly with young learners in a supportive, child-centered educational environment, helping students develop motor skills to participate in school activities and daily routines. Services are provided on-site during the school day (8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) and are delivered in accordance with each student\'s Individualized Education Program (IEP).

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and small-group physical therapy services to preschool-aged children.


• Develop and implement therapy interventions aligned with student IEP goals.


• Conduct evaluations, screenings, and assessments as assigned.


• Prepare progress reports and maintain accurate, timely documentation.


• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success.


• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to educational planning.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable state regulations and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing.


• Experience working with young children, preferably in a school-based, preschool, or early intervention setting.


• Knowledge of IEPs and New York State preschool special education regulations preferred.


• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Position Details

• Position Type: Per Diem


• Schedule: Flexible; based on student caseload and service mandates


• Hours: School-day services provided between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.


• Setting: Preschool Special Education Program


• Location: On-site

Why Join Kidtastic Kids?

• Flexible scheduling opportunities


• Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team


• Meaningful work helping young children achieve developmental milestones


• Positive, child-focused educational environment


• Ideal opportunity for therapists seeking supplemental hours

Kidtastic Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.