School Physical Therapist | Wheeling, Illinois

Sunbelt Staffing; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 5,166,000 - 8,816,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a contract position in the Wheeling, IL area for the 2026-2027 school year. This role offers a 3.5-day workweek and focuses on delivering school-based PT services to students in IEPs, collaborating with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support academic and functional goals.

You will perform direct services, complete documentation, participate in IEP meetings, and stay current with best practices and regulations in

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Illinois Physical Therapist (PT) license.
• Experience or interest in school environments.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy services and interventions to students as outlined in their IEPs.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support students' goals.
• Conduct assessments and maintain progress documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to tailored goals and treatments.
• Stay informed of best practices and legal requirements in school-based PT.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Compassion

Adaptability

Education

Illinois PT license

Job description

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity where your expertise as a Physical Therapist can truly impact students' lives for the entire 2026-2027 school year. This engaging position offers the flexibility of a 3.5-day workweek, giving you the chance to balance your career and personal life while making a meaningful difference in a local school setting near Wheeling, IL.

Key Qualifications:

• Hold a valid Illinois Physical Therapist (PT) license
• Have prior experience or strong interest in working in school environments
• Possess exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate compassion and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct physical therapy services and interventions to students as outlined in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to support students academic and functional goals
• Conduct thorough assessments and maintain accurate progress documentation
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development of tailored goals and treatments
• Keep informed of best practices and legal requirements related to school-based physical therapy

Attractive Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive compensation with weekly pay for consistency and peace of mind
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• Matching 401k plan to support your future
• Flexible spending account options

Compensation for this position ranges from $37.50 to $64.00. 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.