School Physical Therapist - $49-55 per hour

Cross Country Education; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 140,978,000 - 158,457,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (49.20–55.30/hour)

Health coverage and 401(k) match

7-hour Thursday schedule + extra hours

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract School Physical Therapist for a local contract job in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. This role provides 40 hours per week with an 8-hour shift within a school setting to support students’ mobility and independence.

You will collaborate with teachers and related service professionals, evaluate student needs, implement therapy interventions, and document progress to meet district requirements. PA licensure is required and pediatric experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or graduate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License.
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred; strong communication and collaboration skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to support students’ mobility, functional skills, participation, and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and related service professionals to address students’ individual needs and support positive outcomes.
• Evaluate student needs, implement appropriate therapy interventions, and monitor progress in accordance with established goals and school requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with the educational team regarding student progress and recommendations.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Communication

Education

Doctorate or graduate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract School Physical Therapist for a local contract job in Hamburg, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 41 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Help make a meaningful impact this school year while enjoying a predictable schedule! Join Cross Country Education as a Physical Therapist in Hamburg, PA and help students build mobility, functional skills, and independence in a supportive school environment.

Position Overview

• Provide physical therapy services to support students’ mobility, functional skills, participation, and independence.
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and related service professionals to address students’ individual needs and support positive outcomes.
• Evaluate student needs, implement appropriate therapy interventions, and monitor progress in accordance with established goals and school requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with the educational team regarding student progress and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or graduate degree in Physical Therapy
• Active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist License
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred; strong communication and collaboration skills are a plus

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $49.20 - $55.30 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Physical Therapist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent 7-hour Thursday schedule with opportunities for additional hours at other locations, plus paid sick leave.
• Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2

Cross Country Education Job ID #a2m98f7o20od. Posted job title: School-Based Physical Therapist

About Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.