Physical Therapist

Austill-S-Educational-Therapy-Services; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Austill’s Educational Therapy Services in southeastern Pennsylvania seeks a Physical Therapist to provide school-based therapy to students from PreK through 12th grade. The role focuses on improving mobility and participation in the educational environment through direct therapy and collaboration with school teams.

The PT will develop IEP goals, travel between school locations, and work within a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities for mentorship, ongoing CE, and advancement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License.
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexible scheduling aligned with school hours.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Clinical support and mentorship; streamlined documentation systems.
• Leadership and advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services to assigned students (PreK–12).
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success.
• Complete required documentation, including progress notes and IEP updates.
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Travel between school locations during the school day (if applicable).

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Experience in pediatric/school-based

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Snapshot: Seeking a Physical Therapist to work 1 day per week with school age students for the 2026-27 school year.

Job Summary:

A Physical Therapist (PT) provides school-based therapy services to students from preschool through 12th grade. This role focuses on improving student mobility, physical function, and participation in the educational environment through direct therapy and collaboration with school teams.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct physical therapy services to assigned students (PreK–12)
• Develop and implement IEP goals and individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and school staff to support student success
• Complete required documentation, including:
• Progress notes
• IEP updates and annual reviews
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Travel between school locations during the school day (if applicable)

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License
• Experience in pediatric or school-based settings preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Passion for working with children
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling aligned with school hours
• Continuing education opportunities
• Clinical support and mentorshipStreamlined documentation systems
• Leadership and advancement opportunities

About Austill’s Educational Therapy Services

Austill’s has provided school-based therapy services for over 40 years throughout southeastern Pennsylvania. The organization is committed to supporting student success while offering clinicians strong mentorship, flexibility, and professional growth opportunities. Check out our website to learn more! Austill's Educational Therapy Services