School-Based PTA: Flexible Hours, Mentorship, ESY

Easterseals Florida, Inc; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Paid time off

School-year schedule

Job summary

Easterseals Florida, Inc. is seeking a compassionate School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Volusia County Schools therapy team. This role follows a school-year schedule, with full-time or PRN options and an emphasis on pediatric therapy.

You will implement plans, document progress, and collaborate with families and clinicians to support children’s developmental goals. Training and mentorship are provided to transition into school-based settings.

Qualifications

• At least an associate's degree from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Active Florida PTA license required for practice.
• NPI number is preferred but not required.
• Pediatric therapy experience; mentorship is provided.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and basic computer apps.
• Knowledge of therapy equipment and safety procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry children up to 50 pounds.
• Must meet driver qualifications to operate program vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by supervising therapists.
• Provide quality therapy services to pediatric clients and support developmental goals.
• Document client progress and treatment outcomes in accordance with regulations.
• Use EMR and Office 365 tools (Teams, Outlook) for documentation and communication.
• Collaborate with families, therapists, and other professionals for coordinated care.
• Assist with managing therapy equipment including recommendations and education for families.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
• Support clients across Easterseals programs as needed.
• Protect client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and a commitment to learning.

Skills

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Florida PTA license

Pediatric therapy

Mentorship provided

EMR proficiency

Office 365

Communication skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Driver qualifications

Education

Associate's degree from CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Florida PTA License

Tools

EMR systems

Office 365

Teams

Outlook

Job description

Easterseals Florida, Inc. is seeking a compassionate School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Volusia County Schools therapy team. This role follows a school-year schedule, with full-time or PRN options and an emphasis on pediatric therapy.

You will implement plans, document progress, and collaborate with families and clinicians to support children’s developmental goals. Training and mentorship are provided to transition into school-based settings.