Physical Therapist

Montgomery County Educational Service Center; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Educational Service Center seeks a Physical Therapist to design and implement evidence-based therapy services at the Regional Center in Dayton, Ohio. The role involves collaborating with students, families, and staff to set goals and monitor progress.

The licensed therapist will guide therapy regimens, assess assistive technology needs, and adapt equipment to improve mobility and daily living skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio PT license and Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials.
• Knowledge of documentation tools and resources for therapy planning.
• Collaborative mindset and communication with families and staff.
• Satisfactory fingerprinting and criminal records check results.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement educationally relevant physical therapy services using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct activity/environmental analyses and identify barriers to participation.
• Develop goals, objectives, and benchmarks with students, families, and staff.
• Guide students in therapy regimens and equipment use to improve mobility and daily living skills.
• Conduct assistive technology assessments and adapt equipment as needed.
• Document therapy progress, evaluation results, and implications for instruction; monitor efficacy and adjust interventions.
• Support student access to inclusive educational opportunities and promote positive behavior interventions.

Skills

PT licensure

Documentation tools

Communication skills

Background check clearance

Education

Pupil Services credentials (Ohio State Board of Education)

Job description

Physical Therapist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5957567

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 12, 2026 7:04 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Montgomery County Educational Service Center

200 South Keowee Street, Dayton, OH 45402

[phone]

Job Title:Physical Therapist

Job Location:Montgomery County ESC - Regional Center

Start Date:ASAP

Salary: Commensurate with education & experience

Full/Part-Time:Full-Time

Days: 185

Who We Are:

We're a premier provider of high quality, cost effective, special education services in Ohio. We serve 16 public school districts in our county and more than 130 educational entities across Ohio. #WeAreMCESC!

What You'll Do:

• Design and implement educationally relevant physical therapy services using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct activity/environmental analyses and identify barriers limiting student participation.
• Develop goals, objectives, and benchmarks in collaboration with students, families, and staff.
• Guide students in therapy regimens and equipment use to improve mobility, strength, dexterity, coordination, endurance, and daily living skills.
• Conduct assistive technology assessments and adapt equipment as needed.
• Document therapy progress, evaluation results, and implications for instruction; monitor efficacy and modify interventions as needed.
• Support student access to inclusive educational opportunities and promote positive behavior interventions.

What You'll Bring:

• Valid Ohio PT license and Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials.
• Knowledge of documentation tools, assessment materials, and resources for therapy planning.
• Collaborative mindset and communication skills for working with families and staff.
• Satisfactory fingerprinting and criminal records check results (provided for free by MCESC!).

What's Next?:

Please submit your application, letter of interest, and resume via the DASEC Frontline application portal: https://www.applitrack.com/dayton/onlineapp/

Connect with Us!:

Website: https://www.mcesc.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcescohio/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MCESCohio

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MCESC/featured

Montgomery County ESC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Student Services > Physical Therapist

Contact Information

• Posting School District
• 200 South Keowee Street
• Dayton, Ohio 45402
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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