Tumwater - Physical Therapist

Sylvania; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 63,438 - 112,732; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Physical Therapist for a temporary role in Tumwater School District. As a licensed professional, you will screen and evaluate students, provide consultation on therapy needs, and collaborate with staff to support students with physical disabilities.

The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and possess ESA certification. This position requires maintaining therapy goals and providing essential evaluations within the educational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required.
• Licensed or able to obtain licensure in Washington.
• ESA certification as a Physical Therapist required.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate students' gross motor skills.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide consultation on treatment needs for students.
• Administer physical therapy procedures.
• Establish and maintain therapy goals.
• Manage supplies and repairs.
• Collaborate with educational assistants and teachers.

Skills

Physical therapy education

Licensed Physical Therapist

ESA certification

Experience in special education

Consultation with professionals

Background clearance

Education

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue • Tumwater, Washington 98512
360-709-7020

Title

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Employment Details

1.0 FTE, Temporary
2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

Salary

$63,438- $112,732 (25-26 Salary Schedule)

Benefits Information

Benefit Information

This position will remain open until filled. Tumwater School District reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening after 4 PM on Thursday, July 9, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited physical therapy education program and record of having successfully completed the required field work with the physical therapy profession.
• Licensed or able to obtain licensure in the State of Washington as a Physical Therapist.
• ESA certification as a Physical Therapist or able to obtain ESA certification.
• Experience working in the field of special education within the public-school setting preferred.
• Consultation and education on a formal or informal level with medical and educational professionals, paraprofessionals, and parents regarding education programming and disability information.
• Criminal Justice Background Clearance.

Based on collective bargaining between the Tumwater Education Association and Tumwater School District, the District will grant relevant experience for placement on the salary schedule, pending experience verifications. This experience includes private and public sector experience outside of education, in accordance with WAC 392-121-264 (f)I.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate students as to gross motor skills and functional abilities in order to assist in diagnosis and school placement
• Participate as a GQP/multi-disciplinary team member in making decisions regarding program planning for handicapped students
• Provide consultation to staff and parents regarding the remedial/treatment needs of students with motor dysfunctions
• Administer physical therapy procedures and modalities designed to achieve the goals of the program established for each student
• Establish, maintain, monitor, and record physical therapy goals and objective
• Manage equipment supplies, and repairs necessary for functional operation of physical therapy
• Work closely with a special education teacher, speech therapist, occupational therapist, parents and educational assistants as part of a trans-disciplinary teaching model.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• May oversee and collaborate with physical therapy assistant.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Desired Background / Skills

The school physical therapist is a licensed health care professional within the professional of physical therapy with Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certification who provides services for children with identified physical disability, motor deficit movement dysfunction and/or developmental delay which interfere with learning. Physical therapy services seek to prevent or minimize disability, relieve pain, develop and improve sensory and motor function, control postural deviations, and maintain or attain optimal performance within the individual’s capabilities in the educational environment.

Responsible To and Evaluation By

Director and/or Supervisor of Special Services

Schedule

Regular district calendar exclusive of voluntary staff orientation program prior to starting date

Salary

Tumwater School District Salary Schedule

Reasonable Accommodation

The Tumwater School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Washington State law. If you require an accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact EdJobsNW at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Officer – Meagan Dawson, 360-709-7030, [e-mail]. Title IX Coordinator – Wendy Bromley, 360-709-7020, [e-mail]. Section 504 Compliance Coordinator – Deena Alley, 360-709-7030, [e-mail]. Address - 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.