Physical Therapist

ACCEPT Education Collaborative

Natick (MA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

21 hours ago

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Job summary

ACCEPT Education Collaborative in Natick, MA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide school-based services. You will deliver direct therapy, evaluate students, and collaborate with teachers to support IEP goals.

The role emphasizes working with children with special needs in a pediatric school setting, writing IEP goals, conducting assessments, and traveling to multiple locations as required. Massachusetts license is required, along with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Massachusetts License (current, in good standing).
Experience in a pediatric/school setting with children with special needs is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Adhere to rules, laws and ethical standards when conducting PT screenings, evaluations and direct services.
Administer assessments and observe students to inform PT needs within school settings.
Synthesize evaluation results into clear written reports meeting state requirements.
Write IEP goals and progress reports for assigned caseload.
Provide direct services in push-in or pull-out models.
Travel regularly to ACCEPT locations to serve students.
Consult with teachers and families to generalize skills across settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Massachusetts License

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID:5884236

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Position Summary

Provides physical therapy services to help ACCEPT programs build capacity to serve students with low incidence disabilities. Provides direct services to an assigned caseload of students, consults with classroom staff to promote the generalization of skills across environments and conducts evaluations as assigned.

Qualifications Required

Master’s Degree or higher from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Massachusetts License (current, in good standing)

Qualifications Desired

Experience working in a pediatric setting/school setting with children with special needs is preferred, though not required
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Adhere to established rules, regulations, laws and appropriate ethical standards when conducting Physical Therapy screenings, evaluations and direct services.

Administer formal and informal assessments including observing students in educational environments, selecting appropriate assessments based on individual student needs, and administering assessments according to acceptable procedures. Analyze and interpret information to make recommendations regarding the need for physical therapy services in the school based setting by integrating data from a variety of assessment techniques and sources including but not limited to skilled observation, checklists, parent interview, functional, and standardized assessments.

Synthesize evaluation results into a comprehensive written report that reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment in language that is clear and easily understood, and that meet state requirements. Safeguard confidentiality of student records.

Write IEP goals and objectives for assigned caseload, and complete progress reports each term.

Take session notes and attendance to monitor progress.

Present on current performance at IEP team meetings and propose new goal and objective areas for the student’s upcoming academic year. Provide direct services to identified students, as prescribed by the service delivery indicated on the IEP. Direct services can be provided in the context of either a push-in or pull-out model in accordance with the need of each student.

Provide consultation to teachers and other school staff to promote the generalization of skills across settings.

Consult regularly with families to provide updates on student progress and provide recommendations.

Create and provide a standing schedule to the Assistant Director and Department Head for Related Services.

Regular travel to all collaborative locations.

Any related duties as outlined by the Deputy Director of Student Services, Assistant Director, and/or the Department Head for Related Services.

Nonessential Functions

Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the Executive Director

Position Type:Full-time

Job Categories

Special Education > Adaptive Physical Education
Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Student Services > Physical Therapist

Welcome to ACCEPT Education Collaborative- Middle School, ACCEPT Education Collaborative- High School, ACCEPT Education Collaborative

ACCEPT Education Collaborative is a regional non-profit educational organization with locations in Medway and Natick, MA. ACCEPT provides a wide range of programs and services including special education for students with moderate to severe needs, specialized transportation, home-based services, behavioral and educational consultation, and professional development. ACCEPT offers a continuum of programs and services Prek-12 and to age 22 for both students in life skills and Therapeutic programs. Our programs address autism spectrum disorders, emotional/behavioral needs, global impairments, cognitive/intellectual disabilities, language disorders, ADHD/ADD, and nonverbal learning disability.

Job Requirements

Success Factors/Job Competencies: Ability and great desire to work with children and young adults with special needs Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Positive and proactive attitude Ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct Commitment to company mission and values Strong team player

Physical Demands And Work Environment

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about and may be required to traverse occasionally throughout the school building. The employee must also often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and perform physical restraint of a student at times of behavioral escalation. The employee is expected to lift at least 20 lbs (i.e. books, school supplies, etc.). The employee must frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and use hand strength to grasp tools. Occasionally s/he operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer). The employee must be able to input information into a computer and as well as read material from a computer monitor as well as handwritten or printed matter with or without visual aids. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members in person and on the telephone. In the classroom, the employee must be able to see and hear on a continuous basis in order to ensure the safety of students as well as speak frequently to provide instruction. On rare occasions, it may be necessary to move quickly/run across even or uneven surfaces. The employee interacts with students, parents, and other staff members. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well‑being, and work output of students.

Work Environment: The employee will be working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level of noise.