School Physical Therapist | Sumter, South Carolina

Sunbelt Staffing; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide on-site services across multiple school sites for K-12 students. This itinerant role focuses on delivering individualized PT interventions, progress monitoring, and collaboration with educators to support student success.

The position requires active SC licensure, experience with IEPs, and strong communication skills. Travel between sites is required, with a full-time schedule through the end of the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Current, active Physical Therapy license for South Carolina.
• Experience delivering PT services in K–12 settings.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person PT services to a K–12 caseload at designated schools.
• Plan and implement individualized interventions to support academic and functional goals.
• Monitor progress with data collection and progress notes in compliance with district requirements.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to integrate therapy into education.
• Attend IEP meetings and contribute clinical input as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of best practices in school-based therapy.

Skills

Active SC PT license

School-based therapy

Communication & collaboration

Job description

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity providing impactful Physical Therapy services to K-12 students across multiple school sites. This itinerant position runs through May 2027, offering a chance to collaborate with educational staff, support diverse student needs, and make a difference in a vibrant, supportive environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Current, active Physical Therapy license for the state of South Carolina
• Strong experience working in school settings with students ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade
• Solid understanding of IEP processes, documentation standards, and therapeutic modalities for pediatrics
• Comfortable traveling between multiple school sites as part of an itinerant assignment
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to work onsite only (remote work is not available for this position)
• Demonstrated professionalism and commitment to ethical care

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver in-person physical therapy services to a varied K-12 caseload at designated schools
• Assess, plan, and execute individualized interventions to support students academic and functional performance
• Conduct regular progress monitoring, data collection, and timely documentation in compliance with legal and district requirements
• Collaborate actively with teachers, support staff, and families to promote optimal outcomes and integrate therapy into the educational context
• Attend IEP meetings and contribute specialized input as part of the student support team
• Stay current with best practices, continuing education, and school-based therapy trends

This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in student success stories while bringing your skills to a forward-thinking educational setting. The contract includes a steady full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week through the end of the 2026-2027 school year.

Step into a fulfilling role helping students thrive. Submit your current resume and a copy of your South Carolina PT license today to begin your next professional chapter!