School-Based Physical Therapist - Northampton, Massachusetts

Sunbelt Staffing; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k plans

Flexible 18h/w

Positive impact

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant for a contract role serving K-8 students in the Northampton, MA area. The position includes travel between two school buildings and supports student progress during the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities include direct therapy, treatment plan development, assessments, and collaboration with teachers, staff, and families. 18 hours per week, with weekly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Current MA Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant license required
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred
• Comfortable working with K-8 students with diverse needs

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy and develop individualized treatment plans for K-8 students
• Conduct assessments and ongoing evaluations to support student progress
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team—teachers, staff, and therapists—to support student educational goals
• Maintain clear and timely documentation of therapy sessions and progress notes
• Consult with school staff and parents regarding therapy goals and strategies
• Travel between two school buildings as part of your weekly schedule

Skills

MA license

Caseload mgmt

K-8 experience

Job description

Discover an exciting contract opportunity to support K-8 students as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant in the Northampton, MA area. This role provides essential physical therapy services to help students achieve their highest functional potential during the 2026-2027 school year.

Key Qualifications:

• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant license required
• Previous school-based or pediatric experience preferred
• Comfortable working with K-8 students with diverse needs
• Ability to manage a caseload of 11-15 students across two buildings
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, staff, and families
• Professionalism, reliability, and adaptability in a school setting

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct therapy and develop individualized treatment plans for K-8 students
• Conduct assessments and ongoing evaluations to support student progress
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teamsteachers, administrators, and therapiststo support student educational goals
• Maintain clear and timely documentation of therapy sessions and progress notes
• Consult with school staff and parents regarding therapy goals and strategies
• Travel between two school buildings as part of your weekly schedule

Perks and Benefits:

• Consistent weekly pay to support your financial goals
• Access to 401k retirement plans for your future security
• Flexible scheduling with 18 hours per week, allowing for a balanced work/life harmony
• Opportunity to make a positive difference in students educational journeys

If you are passionate about empowering students in a dynamic school environment and hold a valid MA PT or PTA license, this is your chance to shine. Take the next step in your career to become part of a dedicated educational team making a real impact!

Compensation for this position ranges from $32.00 to $61.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.