School-Based Physical Therapist - Tavares, FL

Step into a rewarding contract opportunity serving students as a Physical Therapist in a dynamic, supportive school-based environment! This full-time position runs from August 3, 2026, through May 28, 2027, and is set in the Tavares, FL area. You’ll enjoy the chance to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and positively impact students ranging from Pre-K through 12th grade. Work onsite, visiting two or three schools daily from a group of 35 across the district, in partnership with another PT and a PTA. The caseload is approximately 94 students, with responsibilities shared among therapists.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid and active Florida Physical Therapist license
• Experience in school settings highly preferred, though strong candidates without it will be considered
• Comfort providing both direct and indirect services to a diverse student population (Pre-K through grade 12)
• Ability to manage itinerant travel among multiple schools
• Strong communication and collaborative skills for teaming with educators and other therapists

Responsibilities:

• Deliver physical therapy services supporting students’ educational access and success
• Evaluate students, develop IEP goals, and document progress
• Collaborate with educational staff, families, and other service providers
• Work onsite, traveling between designated schools as assigned
• Balance both direct student services and consultation/indirect support

Additional Details:

• Full-time hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm (30 min unpaid lunch)
• Opportunity to make a significant difference in a school-based setting
• Fast-paced, time-sensitive onboarding and credentialing process; readiness for onboarding documents and prescreen interview may be required
• District is actively interviewing—don’t miss this chance to be considered!

Start your next adventure enriching the lives of students! Apply now to secure your interview for the upcoming school year.

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