School Physical Therapy Assistant - $36-42 per hour

Cross Country Education; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 102,009,000 - 119,774,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonuses and incentives

401(k) match

Health insurance

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract School Physical Therapy Assistant to support K-12 students in Norwalk, CT for 41 weeks at 40 hours per week.

You will provide therapy services under a licensed PT, help implement plans to improve mobility and functional skills, and collaborate with teachers, families, and the school team to promote student participation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Valid Connecticut Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License.
• School-based experience preferred; strong communication and collaboration with K–12 students.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy support to K–12 students under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist with implementing individualized therapy plans and exercises designed to improve students’ mobility, strength, balance, and functional skills.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and participation in the school environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and student progress while following applicable professional and school-based standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

K-12 experience

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract School Physical Therapy Assistant for a local contract job in Norwalk, Connecticut.

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

Make a meaningful impact in students’ lives every day! Cross Country Education is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to work alongside a collaborative school team and help K–12 students build greater mobility, confidence, and independence throughout the school year in Norwalk, CT.

Position Overview

• Provide physical therapy support to K–12 students under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist with implementing individualized therapy plans and exercises designed to improve students’ mobility, strength, balance, and functional skills.
• Collaborate with physical therapists, educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and participation in the school environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and student progress while following applicable professional and school-based standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program
• Valid Connecticut Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License
• School-based experience preferred; strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with K–12 students

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $35.60 - $41.80 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Physical Therapist Assistant, 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 long‑term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full‑time schedule with 32 hours per week and paid sick leave.

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 #a2m98f7teo67. Posted job title: School-Based Physical Therapist Assistant

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.