Physical Therapist - Adaptive PE Instructor

May Institute; Wilmington, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Paid training and certifications

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

May Center School in Wilmington, MA is seeking a Physical Therapist and Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor to provide consultative PT services and APE programming that support students’ gross motor development, safety, independence, and overall well‑being.

The role involves assessing student needs, developing individualized goals, training school staff, and collaborating with educational and clinical teams to advance progress within IEPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current state licensure and required national credentials as a Physical Therapist.
• Experience conducting assessments and developing physical therapy, adapted physical education, or gross motor programming.
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs, Progress reporting, and educational documentation.
• Understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or willingness to develop proficiency in ABA-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formal and informal physical therapy assessments and develop individualized goals and recommendations.
• Provide consultative physical therapy services based on student needs and established schedules.
• Design and lead Adapted Physical Education classes, including warm-ups and gross motor instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers and clinical team members to develop and implement gross motor goals within students’ IEPs.
• Complete progress notes, evaluations, reports, IEP documentation, and other required records.
• Train, observe, and provide ongoing consultation to staff implementing PT and APE programming.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Training

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

PT licensure and national credentials

Job description

Physical Therapist & Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor

May Center School, Wilmington, MA | Full-Time

Position Summary

Are you prepared to ignite change and transform lives in the field of special education? Leap into an exciting opportunity as a Physical Therapist /Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor at May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in Wilmington, MA. The Physical Therapist /Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor provides consultative physical therapy and adapted physical education programming to support students’ gross motor development, independence, safety, and overall well-being. This role assesses student needs, develops individualized goals, trains school staff, and collaborates with educational and clinical teams to support student progress.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct formal and informal physical therapy assessments and develop individualized goals and recommendations.
• Provide consultative physical therapy services based on student needs and established schedules.
• Design and lead Adapted Physical Education classes, including warm-ups, group activities, and gross motor instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers and clinical team members to develop and implement gross motor goals within students’ IEPs.
• Complete progress notes, evaluations, reports, IEP documentation, and other required records.
• Train, observe, and provide ongoing consultation and feedback to staff implementing physical therapy and APE programming.
• Collaborate with nursing, educational, clinical, and allied health professionals to adjust therapeutic strategies and recommend adaptive equipment.
• Implement individualized educational and behavioral programs, collect data, and support students with academics, daily living skills, vocational tasks, and challenging behaviors.
• Participate in team, IEP, progress review, family, and school district meetings as requested.
• Promote student safety, dignity, independence, confidentiality, choice, and human rights throughout all programming.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current state licensure and required national credentials as a Physical Therapist.
• Experience conducting assessments and developing physical therapy, adapted physical education, or gross motor programming.
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs, Progress reporting, and educational documentation.
• Understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis or willingness to develop proficiency in ABA-based practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, training, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, clinicians, and other school professionals.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and assisting with gross motor activities.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Health Benefits:Stay covered with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Investing in Your Growth:Level up your skills with paid training and certification opportunities.
• Support When You Need It:Access confidential support and guidance through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financially Generous Paid Time Off:Dive into relaxation with ample vacation time, 10 paid holidays, and 19 PTO days to start. Plus, celebrate your birthday with a floating holiday just for you!
• Flexibility:Enjoy benefits such as a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), LTD and STD insurance coverage options, and voluntary benefit choices.
• Investing in Your Education:Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance programs.
• Secure Your Future:Plan for retirement with confidence through our 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.

Compensation: $75,000-$80,000

Join us and discover a culture that cherishes your well-being and invests in your bright future!