School-Based Physical Therapist - Fort Myers, Florida

Make a lasting impact on students’ lives in a rewarding contract opportunity tailored for a skilled Physical Therapist. This full-time position ensures you’ll work up to 37.5 hours weekly during the 2026–2027 school year, supporting a diverse caseload across multiple campuses serving students from Pre K to 12th grade—all onsite near beautiful Fort Myers, FL.

What you’ll bring:

• Valid Florida Physical Therapist license (issued by FL DOH)
• Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy
• Experience in school-based Physical Therapy settings is highly valued
• Flexibility and adaptability, as you’ll travel to a range of schools throughout the district
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, students, and families
• Dedication to fostering student independence, mobility, and physical well-being
• Willingness and ability to meet all credentialing needs, including state fingerprinting and JLA badge requirements

Your day-to-day will include:

• Providing direct therapy services to students with a variety of physical needs
• Conducting assessments and developing Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals
• Tracking progress and documentation
• Consulting with teachers, staff, and families to promote the best outcomes for each child
• Managing a dynamic, itinerant schedule and caseload across several school sites

This is an onsite-only contract role (remote options are not available), ideal for therapists who thrive on in-person interactions and a hands-on approach.

Step into a position where your skills make a difference every day, helping students achieve their fullest potential. Inspired to help students succeed? Apply now to take the next step in your school-based Physical Therapy career!

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