Physical Therapist

Cross Country Education; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a Connecticut-licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join a school-based team supporting students in a K-12 educational setting. This in-person role focuses on helping students learn, participate, move, and thrive within the school environment.

The PT will develop and implement individualized treatment plans, collaborate with educators and families, and participate in IEP meetings to support students' educational goals.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut Physical Therapist (PT) license required.
• Experience working with children or in a school-based setting preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students across the K-12 age range.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to students in a K-12 school-based setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Support student participation, mobility, positioning, and functional independence within the school environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, and related-service providers.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to students' educational goals.
• Document services, progress, and student outcomes per school requirements.
• Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Connecticut PT License

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) K-12 School-Based

Location: Norwalk, Connecticut

Setting: K-12 School-Based | In-Person

Position Type: Full-Time

Make a Difference Beyond the Clinic

Cross Country Education is seeking a Connecticut-licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join a school-based team supporting students across a K-12 educational setting. This is an excellent opportunity for a PT who enjoys working directly with students and collaborating with educators, families, and other related-service professionals to help students reach their highest level of independence.

Position Highlights:

• In-person K-12 school-based setting
• Provide physical therapy services to students with a variety of needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Support student participation, mobility, positioning, and functional independence within the school environment
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, families, and related-service providers
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to students' educational goals
• Document services, progress, and student outcomes in accordance with school requirements
• Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team

Qualifications:

• Current Connecticut Physical Therapist (PT) License required
• Experience working with children or in a school-based setting preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students across the K-12 age range
• Commitment to supporting students' academic, functional, and developmental success

Why Consider This Opportunity?

If you're looking to take your PT skills into an environment where your work directly supports students' ability to learn, participate, move, and thrive, this school-based opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.