School-Based PTA: Elevate Pediatric Mobility & IEP Support

Strides Therapy and Educational Services; Mechanicsville (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical,  D​

401k with match and immediate vesting

PTO/Sick time (up to 40 hours)

Licensure Reimbursement

Group professional liability insurance

Educational Services Manager

Employee Assistance program

Cancer insurance

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Catastrophe medical

Job summary

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our in-person team in Mechanicsville, MD. The role involves delivering direct therapy to students under a supervising PT, implementing treatment plans, and supporting mobility and participation in school activities.

The PTA will collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers, maintain documentation, and participate in IEP/ MDT meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current MD state PTA license issued by the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy.
• Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services to students as outlined in IEPs.
• Implement treatment plans developed by supervising PT.
• Assist students with mobility, balance, strength, and gross motor skills for school participation.
• Support transfers, gait training, stairs negotiation, and safe mobility in the school setting.
• Assist with positioning, adaptive equipment, orthotics, mobility devices, and wheelchair management.
• Monitor student progress and collect data toward IEP goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions and progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, school staff, and related service providers.
• Assist with accommodations and mobility strategies in classrooms and throughout the school environment.
• Prepare therapy materials and maintain equipment.
• Participate in IEP and MDT meetings as requested by the supervising PT.
• Maintain compliance with district policies, IDEA, HIPAA/FERPA and professional standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in PTA

MD PTA license (or eligibility)

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is seeking a School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our in-person team in Mechanicsville, MD. The role involves delivering direct therapy to students under a supervising PT, implementing treatment plans, and supporting mobility and participation in school activities.

The PTA will collaborate with teachers, families, and related service providers, maintain documentation, and participate in IEP/ MDT meetings as needed.