School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant

Saugus-Public-Schools; Saugus (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saugus Public Schools is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of a registered physical therapist at the Veterans Early Learning Center. The role involves providing individual and group therapy aligned with IEP/504 plans to help students access educational programs.

Travel between schools, collaboration with staff, and ongoing professional development are required to maintain licensure and support student progress.

Qualifications

• Experience providing PT within a school-based setting.
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising RPT in providing therapeutic and educational interventions per IEP/504 plans.
• Collaborate with regular and special education staff to support students in the academic environment.
• Travel between schools to meet caseload demands.
• Schedule and coordinate student sessions within the school day.
• Communicate progress and information with the supervising therapist.
• Document student progress toward IEP goals.
• Attend staff meetings and team conferences as needed.
• Pursue continuing education to maintain licensure and stay current in school-based therapy.

Skills

School-based PT experience

Support students with special needs

Job description

Saugus Public Schools is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of a registered physical therapist at the Veterans Early Learning Center. The role involves providing individual and group therapy aligned with IEP/504 plans to help students access educational programs.

Travel between schools, collaboration with staff, and ongoing professional development are required to maintain licensure and support student progress.