Physical Therapy Assistant [XI03]

Laramie County School District 1; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

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Job summary

Laramie County School District 1 is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide school-based physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed PT. The position supports students’ goals and participates in the IEP process.

The role requires an associate degree in PTA, Wyoming PTA license, and at least one year of experience with children who have disabilities. The position is 186 days with a 10-month work year and a 7.5-hour day. Travel and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in physical therapy assistant.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children with physical, developmental, and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Wyoming PTA license and background check required; valid driver’s license may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the physical therapist to develop individual treatment programs.
• Provide physical therapy services including exercises, range of motion, gait training, and assistive devices.
• Consult with teachers, paraprofessionals, providers and parents for training and communication.
• Document services and progress in Medicaid billing system and progress notes.
• Travel between district facilities as required.
• Document treatment data in IEP and district information systems.
• Attend meetings and conferences related to the student’s education plan.
• Assist with ongoing assessment and screenings as directed by the PT.
• Order therapy equipment and supplies as needed; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Collab with PT

Documentation

Travel between facilities

Education

Associates degree in PTA

1 year experience with children with disabilities

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant [XI03]

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Job Details

Job ID: 5904408

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TSS/186 day contract

Monday-Friday

7.5 hours daily

Pay Column U: $26.74/hourly

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Laramie County School District 1

Job Description

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant

Revised Date: October 2020

Department: Special Services

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Work Year: 10 Month

Salary Schedule: TSS – 186 days

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing physical therapy services to children in the school setting under the supervision and direction of a licensed physical therapist. They will implement appropriate treatment to minimize adverse impact on student success and help students meet performance standards and providing appropriate services to students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions

Frequency

% of

Time

1. Collaborate with physical therapist to discuss and/or develop individual treatment programs.

W

10%

2. Implement the physical therapy program within the guidelines of the Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) and the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). Provide physical therapy to students. Services may include, but not be limited to, performing exercises, range of motion, gait training, wheelchair mobility, and gross motor skills training.

D

30%

3. Consult with teachers, special education paraprofessionals, community-based providers, and parents for training and communication as needed to implement school-based interventions.

D

15%

4. Document services provided, including subjective and objective data, and student’s status in Medicaid billing system and progress notes.

D

5%

5. Ability to travel among district facilities.

D

5%

6. Document treatment and observation data into the Individual Education Plan (IEP) with district informational technology systems.

W

10%

7. Attend and participate in student/educational related meetings and conferences as requested by physical therapist and/or special education team.

W

10%

8. Assist physical therapist in ongoing assessment of students. Assist physical therapist to conduct standardized and non-standardized screenings; Results to be interpreted by the physical therapist.

W

5%

9. Completes orders for therapy equipment and supplies as needed for student performance and participation.

M

5%

10. Performs other duties as assigned

Ongoing

5%

TOTAL =

100%

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree from an accredited institution in physical therapy assistant or related field
• At least 1 year of experience working with children with physical, developmental, and/or intellectual disabilities required; may include but not be limited to educational and volunteer experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Wyoming physical therapy assistant certification required.
• Valid, state issued driver’s license, required

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Customer service and public relations skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability to frequently travel among district facilities during the workday.
• Ability to keep up-to-date technically and apply new knowledge. Includes adapting to and mastering new system applications and processes as implemented by the district or department.
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance expectations and to follow district procedures for absence reporting
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building and department procedures
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and?experience with personal computers and peripherals??
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as?telephones, copier, fax machine, etc.? Operating knowledge?of and experience with office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, etc.
• Operating knowledge of district information technology systems and department-specific?software and equipment required within 3 months after entering position

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

POSITION TITLE

Reports to:

Physical Therapist

POSITION TITLE

# of EMPLOYEES

Direct reports:

This position has no direct reports

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position has no budget responsibility

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Special Education > PT Assistant

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jessica Poppe , Special Services Asst Director
• SPECIAL SERVICES
• Phone: [phone]

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