School Physical Therapist | Newark, Delaware

Make a meaningful impact supporting students’ growth by providing physical therapy services during the upcoming school year. This contract opportunity offers the flexibility of both full-time and part-time schedules and involves working with students onsite at a school location and, occasionally, supporting students who are medically homebound. Your expertise will play a vital role helping children access their education and increase their participation at school.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Delaware Physical Therapist license (required for consideration)
• Previous experience in a school or pediatric setting is highly valued
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Comfort working both onsite in a school as well as in homebound environments
• Dedication to supporting student independence, functional mobility, and diverse therapeutic needs

Responsibilities:

• Deliver physical therapy services to students according to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Assess, plan, and document treatment to help students achieve educational and developmental goals
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to ensure a comprehensive approach to student care
• Provide needed services to students who are homebound due to medical needs on an as-needed basis
• Flexibly manage a caseload that may fluctuate during the year
• Maintain detailed records and comply with IDEA and district requirements

Benefits & Perks:

• Flexible contract position, with options for full-time (37.5 hours/week) or part-time hours
• Monday through Friday daytime schedule—no evenings or weekends required
• Engage in valuable, rewarding work supporting diverse students
• Work environment that supports professional growth and collaborative practice

If you’re a licensed Delaware Physical Therapist passionate about making a difference in students’ lives, submit your resume and credentials today. Embrace an opportunity to bring specialized care directly to the students who need it most!

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