Physical Therapist (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Sylvania; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a dedicated professional to evaluate and develop Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for students qualifying for physical therapy services. The role requires a valid Arizona Physical Therapy License and strong communication skills in English.

This is a full-time position (1.0 FTE) with 7.5 hours of work per day within the Exceptional Education Department. Candidates must meet specific requirements, including fingerprint clearance and proof of vaccination against measles and rubella.

Qualifications

• Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS-Provider ID Number.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card required.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles) or proof of MMR immunization.
• Valid Arizona Driver's license required within 30 days of hire.
• MV Report showing allowable points against Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and develops Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Meets specific needs of students qualifying for physical therapy services.

Skills

Verbal & Written communication skills in English

Ability to read and comprehend written/graphic instructions

Education

Arizona Physical Therapy License

Job description

SUMMARY

Evaluates and develops an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) to meet the specific needs of students who qualify for physical therapy services as diagnosed via referral for special needs programming.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Arizona Physical Therapy License
• Verbal & Written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instruction
• Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS-Provider ID Number

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
• Valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
• MV Report – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services – Transportation by Employees

Effective: 2026‑2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Exceptional Education Department - District Wide - Sites May Vary

1 position available

FTE: 1.0 - 7.5 hours per day

Work Calendar: 9.5 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Salary will be prorated if the start date is after the first day of the work calendar for the position.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.

For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.