Physical Therapist (Anticipated Vacancy) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide school-based services to students with physical disabilities, enabling access to the BPS curriculum and safe participation in school and community life.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy and a Massachusetts license. Responsibilities include evaluation, reporting, therapy services, and collaboration with teams per IEP/504 plans.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Massachusetts License to practice Physical Therapy required.
• Experience in school-based or pediatric therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation of students referred for therapy using appropriate testing instruments.
• Write reports reflecting test results and observations with clear recommendations.
• Ensure evaluations are performed within state/federal timelines.
• Provide Physical Therapy services to students based on individual needs and IEP/504 plans.
• Deliver services in the least restrictive setting.
• Participate in pre-referral, Team Meeting, and Student Support Team activities.
• Consult with Related Services providers, teachers, and parents to coordinate services.
• Maintain compliant licenses/certifications and renewal requirements.
• Develop and adhere to daily/weekly schedules and share with school principals.
• Maintain therapy notes and attendance records for each child/session.

Skills

Massachusetts Physical Therapy License

Education

Master’s Degree

Doctorate Degree ( not equal to a PhD)

Job description

This position is an anticipated vacancy. It is expected to be vacant. However, the current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the day of the expected vacancy date. Your hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated, and you may start the year as a Long-Term Substitute if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree

General Description

Physical Therapists provide services to students with physical disabilities which will allow them to access the BPS curriculum and to participate safely in both school and community life to the greatest extent possible.

Required

• Master’s Degree;Master’s Degree with advanced credentials; Doctorate Degree ( not equal to a PhD)
• Massachusetts License in Physical Therapy

Responsibilities

• Evaluation
• Physical Therapists will access students referred for evaluation using appropriate testing instruments.
• Physical Therapists will write reports that reflect the results of standardized tests and observations that contain information helpful and understandable to all involved parties and that contain clear recommendations.
• Evaluations will be performed within timelines established in state and federal regulations.
• Physical Therapy Services
• Therapy and consultation services will be provided to students based on the individual needs of each student and in compliance with each child’s IEP or 504 Plan.
• Physical Therapists will provide services in the least restrictive setting.
• Physical Therapists will participate in pre-referral, Team Meeting, Student Support Team activities and will provide professional development to school based staff as requested.
• Physical Therapists will consult with other Related Services providers, teachers, and parents in order to provide effective services in a variety of settings.
• General Responsibilities
• Physical Therapists are to comply with state regulations concerning renewal of certifications and licenses.
• Physical Therapists are expected to develop, update, and adhere to both a daily and weekly schedule. Each school’s principal should be provided with a copy of that schedule.
• Physical Therapists are expected to comply with BPS rules, policies and procedures as well as those of their assigned schools and Special Education and Student Services.
• Physical Therapists are expected to maintain records of prior planning or lessons and to keep therapy notes for each child and therapy session and to maintain accurate records of student attendance.