Physical Therapist (PT)

Rebecca School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness perks including gym discounts

Mindfulness apps

Prescription savings

Tuition reimbursement

Career development programs

Leadership training

401(k) retirement savings with company

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Rebecca School is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to support students aged 3–21. You will evaluate and design individualized plans to improve strength, mobility, and endurance, collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to integrate motor goals into daily classroom activities.

Your role includes documenting progress, communicating with staff and families, and promoting independence and safety through movement-based interventions. The position is on-site in New York.

Qualifications

• Degree in physical therapy and valid New York State PT license.
• Experience providing therapy services to children or young adults with developmental or neurological challenges.
• Strong knowledge of sensory-motor development and adaptive physical education techniques.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to relationship-based, student-centered practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct therapy focused on improving strength, mobility, and endurance.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to integrate motor goals into daily classroom activities.
• Track progress and maintain detailed therapy documentation for each student.
• Educate staff and families on physical support that promotes independence and safety.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

New York PT license

Developmental therapy

Sensory-motor development

Documentation

Team collaboration

Relationship-based practice

Education

DPT in Physical Therapy

Job description

At Rebecca School, we support students ages 3–21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime® model. Guided by values of respect, relationships, and emotional growth, we help students connect and thrive. Join us and make a lasting difference in their lives.

As a Physical Therapist at Rebecca School, you will help students improve motor coordination, balance, and physical independence through movement-based interventions. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to design therapy plans that support students’ participation in both classroom and community settings.

What You’ll Need

• Degree in physical therapy and valid New York State PT license

• Experience providing therapy services to children or young adults with developmental or neurological challenges

• Strong knowledge of sensory-motor development and adaptive physical education techniques

• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills

• Commitment to relationship-based, student-centered practice

What You’ll Do

• Conduct physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans

• Provide direct therapy focused on improving strength, mobility, and endurance

• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to integrate motor goals into daily classroom activities

• Track progress and maintain detailed therapy documentation for each student

• Educate staff and families on physical support that promotes independence and safety

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Rebecca School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].