Physical Therapist - School Setting in Apopka, FL
Job Description
Step into a dynamic role providing essential physical therapy services to K-12 students, including some Pre-K, across multiple local schools. For the upcoming academic year, there is an immediate need for either one full-time or several part-time physical therapists to join a collaborative team. You’ll make a meaningful impact, delivering both direct and consultative therapy in a supportive, educational environment.
Key Qualifications:
- Active Florida Physical Therapist license
- Previous school-based experience is highly preferred, though strong candidates from other settings are welcome
- Ability to provide therapy across K-12, including a limited Pre-K caseload
- Adaptable to an itinerant model—visiting 2-3 schools daily as part of a team (caseload will be shared with another PT and a PTA)
- Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
Role Responsibilities:
- Deliver assessments and individualized/direct therapy services to students, ensuring goals and progress are documented
- Collaborate with educators, families, and support staff for student success
- Offer consultative and indirect services as needed within IEP teams
- Maintain thorough and timely records and communications
- Travel between assigned schools as part of your daily routine (transportation required)
- Complete credentialing and orientation tasks per district protocols
Benefits & Perks:
- Flexible scheduling options—apply solo for full-time or as part of a part-time arrangement
- Learn from a seasoned team and diversify your professional experience
- Convenient work hours: 7:30am to 4:00pm with a 30-minute lunch break
- Opportunity to strengthen pediatric and school-based clinical skills
Districts are actively interviewing candidates—seize the opportunity to enrich young lives through skilled therapy, starting this August and continuing through May. If you have a heart for helping students thrive through mobility and participation, apply now to make a difference!
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