Virtual PT (Physical Therapist) K-12 Schools

Fullmind; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fullmind in the United States is seeking licensed Physical Therapists for remote 1099 contract assignments aligned to the school year. You will deliver virtual therapy to students, evaluate motor function, and develop treatment plans that support IEP goals.

This role requires an active state license, NPTE completion, HIPAA-compliant teletherapy experience, and reliable tech setup. Start dates depend on placements; remote collaboration with teachers and families is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active state physical therapy license.
• Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).
• Reliable, HIPAA-compliant teletherapy platform experience; strong tech setup (webcam, headset, stable internet, private workspace).
• Comfort collaborating remotely with classroom teachers, case managers, and families.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Promote creativity and excitement in the virtual learning environment
• Create strategies to engage and nurture student learning and student relationships
• Evaluate levels of gross motor function, mobility, strength, balance, and functional skills
• Develop and execute treatment plans that address specific student needs
• Document sessions and record data on progress towards IEP goals
• Meet with personnel at the school or district to transmit information about student progress

Skills

Remote collaboration

Teletherapy experience

HIPAA compliance

Technology setup

Tools

Teletherapy platform

Video conferencing tools

Job description

$40-$65+ hourly rate; based on experience, rates are negotiable and subject to change. Fully Remote, 1099 Contract Opportunity Assignments Available for the 2026-27 School Year

About Fullmind

Fullmind partners with hundreds of U.S. schools to ensure every child has access to education, filling teacher vacancies by live-streaming certified educators directly to students. As a Fullmind educator, you'll deliver virtual instruction and guide students to course completion.

The Role

This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position following the school district's calendar. Immediate start dates depend on available placements once you've completed the application process.

As a Fullmind Physical Therapist, you will:

• Promote creativity and excitement in the virtual learning environment
• Create strategies to engage and nurture student learning and student relationships
• Evaluate levels of gross motor function, mobility, strength, balance, and functional skills
• Develop and execute treatment plans that address specific student needs
• Document sessions and record data on progress towards IEP goals
• Meet with personnel at the school or district to transmit information about student progress

• Must hold an active state physical therapy license.
• Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)
• Reliable, HIPAA-compliant teletherapy platform experience; strong tech setup (webcam, headset, stable internet, private workspace).
• Comfort collaborating remotely with classroom teachers, case managers, and families
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

This is a contract position and does not include benefits.