Physical Therapist - School Setting in Maywood, IL

Advance your physical therapy career by working with students across a diverse age range, from kindergarten through age 22. This contract opportunity offers flexibility with either part-time (4 days/week) or full-time (5 days/week) options. Your workweek would span 26 to 32.5 paid hours, with working hours from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday (excluding a 30-minute unpaid lunch). You’ll support learners in two distinct educational settings and within specialized programs designed to meet individualized student needs.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Valid Physical Therapist license for the state
• Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric physical therapy setting highly preferred
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, intervention planning, and implementation for students with varying needs
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including teachers, other therapists, and staff
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Flexibility to travel between multiple educational service locations

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct physical therapy services to students ages 5–22, focusing on access to education and functional mobility
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress aligned with IEP goals
• Document interventions, maintain accurate records, and contribute to IEP meetings as needed
• Consult and collaborate with educational staff and families to support carryover and generalization of therapy goals
• Participate in program development and staff training within the assigned schools and programs

Enjoy a role where your expertise directly enhances student participation and success in their educational environment. Whether you are seeking a full-time immersion or a part-time schedule, this role offers important contributions to student development and school initiatives.

Take the next step to make a difference—apply today to explore how your experience and passion for helping students thrive can shape their educational experience!

Compensation for this position ranges from $39.28 to $59.28. 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.

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