Physical Therapist Assistant

Montgomery County Educational Service Center; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Educational Service Center is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to work at the Regional Center in Dayton, OH. The PTA will implement interventions under a licensed therapist and help students improve mobility and participate in educational activities.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, supporting equipment use, and coordinating therapy supplies. Minimum qualifications include an Ohio PTA license and Pupil Services credentials; fingerprinting is

Qualifications

• Valid PTA license issued by the state of Ohio.
• Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials required.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic interventions under licensed therapist supervision.
• Assist students to improve mobility and functional participation.
• Support classroom positioning, alignment, and postural stability.
• Develop activities to improve sensory processing and daily living skills.
• Conduct activity/environmental analyses to remove participation barriers.
• Assist with assistive technology assessments and equipment adaptations.
• Document therapy progress and submit reports for review.
• Support in-service presentations and maintain therapy supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Documentation

Mobility/therapy support

Education

PTA license (Ohio)

Pupil Services credentials (Ohio)

Job description

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Physical Therapist Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5891647

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Montgomery County Educational Service Center

200 South Keowee Street, Dayton, OH 45402

[phone]

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Location: Montgomery County ESC - Regional Center

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Commensurate with education & experience

Full/Part-Time: Full-Time

Days: 185

Who We Are:

We're a premier provider of high quality, cost effective, special education services in Ohio. We serve 16 public school districts in our county and more than 130 educational entities across Ohio.

#WeAreMCESC!

What You'll Do:

• Implement therapeutic interventions under the direction of a licensed therapist.
• Assist students to improve mobility, restore function, and enhance educational participation.
  Guide students in therapy regimens and proper use of equipment to develop strength, coordination, and fine motor skills.
• Support classroom positioning, joint alignment, and postural stability.
• Develop activities to improve sensory processing and functional daily living skills.
• Conduct activity/environmental analysis to remove barriers to participation.
• Assist with assistive technology assessments and equipment adaptations.
• Document therapy progress and submit reports for review.
• Support in-service presentations and maintain therapy supplies and equipment.

What You'll Bring:

• Valid OT/PT Assistant license and Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials.
• Knowledge of Ohio Schools Medicaid Program covered services.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to professional conduct and ethical standards.
• Satisfactory fingerprinting and criminal records check results (provided for free by MCESC!).

Connect with Us!

Website: https://www.mcesc.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcescohio/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MCESCohio

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MCESC/featured

Montgomery County ESC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > PT Assistant

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Posting School District
• 200 South Keowee Street
• Dayton, Ohio 45402
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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