PHY THER, SCH, SPEC ED (12300479)

Los Angeles Unified School District; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

CalSTRS retirement

Job summary

Los Angeles Unified School District seeks a licensed School Physical Therapist to support students across the district. The role requires a CAPTE-accredited degree, a current PTBC license, and the ability to travel to multiple district sites.

You will use evidence-based practice to guide therapy, collaborate with teachers and families, and help students achieve mobility and participation goals. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and CalSTRS retirement.

Qualifications

• Eligible to practice physical therapy in California with CAPTE-approved degree.
• Current PTBC license and Bloodborne Pathogen training completed.
• Wilingness to travel to multiple district sites as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Evidence-based practice

Student development

Diversity inclusion

Computer literacy

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

PTBC licensure

Bloodborne Pathogen training

Driver's License

Job description

Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis based upon District need and selection criteria

INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world & ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Retirement: Membership in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS).

• A bachelor’s, master’s degree, or doctorate degree in physical therapy from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).


• A current and valid license issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC) to practice physical therapy.


• Physical and mental fitness to serve as a School Physical Therapist as certified by a licensed physician and surgeon or medical officer pursuant to Education Code Section 44839 and evidence of freedom from active tuberculosis pursuant to Education Code Section 49406.


• Valid Driver’s License


• Annual Bloodborne Pathogen training (new employees must complete prior to employment).

Qualifications

• Ability to use a variety of modern methods, techniques, and practices in physical therapy including assistive technology and low incidence equipment.


• Knowledge of the fundamental principles and accepted trends in the field of school physical therapy.


• Ability to compose and comprehend written communication.


• Ability to use scientifically based research and evidence in their decision-making process.


• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and District personnel, both individually and as a group.


• Ability to properly use and to care for the materials, supplies, and equipment employed in performing services as a physical therapist.


• Understanding of the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth patterns of students.


• Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socio-economic groups.


• Ability to travel to sites/locations throughout the District.


• Ability to observe and evaluate subordinate’s activities, as appropriate.


• Knowledge of basic computer application software.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

• Candidates who receive an offer from the OT and PT Program will be contacted with onboarding instructions.