Physical Therapist SY2026-27 (NBOE)

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 72,250 - 114,750; Full time

Job summary

Newark Board of Education is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist in the Office of Special Education. The role requires a valid NJ Physical Therapy license, a state standard certificate, a Master’s degree, and at least five years of PT experience.

The position involves coordinating services across the district, supporting inclusion, and contributing to program development. Strong collaboration with staff and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years successful physical therapy experience.
• Good computer and technological skills.
• Experience working with staff, administrators, parents, community-based organizations, and vendors in therapeutic program development and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts seminars, workshops, and professional development activities.
• Facilitates inclusion of special needs students into general education classes whenever possible.
• Coordinates services district-wide for special needs students pre-K through HS.
• Attends and participates in ongoing professional development workshops.
• Analyzes and communicates student assessment data to make program recommendations.

Skills

5 yrs PT experience

Computer skills

Staff collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

NJ Standard Certificate

PT License in NJ

Job description

765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK NEW JERSEY 07102

Roger Leon, Superintendent

Physical Therapist

Office of Special Education

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Physical Therapist within the Office of Special Education.

Qualifications And Requirements

• An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate as deemed necessary by https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Possess a Standard certificate that meets the requirements of the New Jersey Department of Education.
• Possess a License as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Advisory Council, NJ Division of Consumer Affairs.
• A minimum of five (5) years successful physical therapy experience.
• Good computer and technological skills.
• Experience in working with staff, administrators, parents, community-based organizations, and vendors in therapeutic program development and implementation.
• Three (3) letters of recommendation, which should include one (1) from current supervisor.
• Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made for their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

NOTE: Examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Basic Functions And Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts seminars, workshops, and professional development activities.
• Facilitates the inclusion of special needs students into general education classes whenever and wherever possible.
• Coordinates services throughout the district, in classes, schools other district sites, and with service providers for special needs students, pre-school through high school.
• Assumes responsibility to attend and participate in on-going professional development workshops and activities.
• Analyzes, draws conclusions, and communicates student assessment data, makes individual and program recommendations when needed, and makes program recommendations based upon the analysis of this data.
• Provides reports on the progress of students and program initiatives.
• Keeps accurate and detailed records for submission to the Director of Special Education or designee.
• Assists classroom teachers and teacher aides in the creative use of new technological equipment and supplementary materials.
• Visits multi-sites and participates in the development and coordination of physical therapy and educational activities.
• Performs other duties consistent with specific contractual terms of employment as assigned by the Director of the Office of Special Education.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIIES

• Knowledge of Public Law 105-17, IDEA '04 and NJ Code (Table 6A, Chapter 14).
• Knowledge of the principals, standards, and techniques of physical therapy.
• Knowledge of physical therapy methods, materials, and equipment and their utilization.
• Ability to physically lift, move, and position students as needed.
• Ability to prepare accurate and detailed student progress and other reports of the physical therapy findings and progress.

Reports To: Supervisor, Office of Special Education

Salary and Employment Period

• Salary Range: $72,250-$114,750
• Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
• Union Affiliation: Newark Teachers Union (NTU)

In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage, an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days, as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees.

For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/

How To Apply

Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER