Physical Therapist

POSTING DETAILS

The Longview School District has an opening for

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

1.0 FTE - beginning the 2026-27 school year

CLOSING DATE: until filled

SUPERVISOR:
Executive Director of Special Education

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate certificate endorsed as a Physical Therapist

2. BS/MA degree from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program.

3. Possess a valid license as a physical therapist in Washington State.

4. Commitment to the District's vision, mission and goals.

5. Ability to work in a collaborative or team approach.

6. Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, collaboratively and positively with students, parents, and colleagues, orally and in writing.

7. Ability to work with students in multi-aged groups.

8. Ability to use varied assessments, including performance tasks, portfolios, and student self-assessment.

9. Attends ongoing professional development activities, such as college course work, professional associations, workshops, and in-service opportunities.

10. Exhibits a strong and positive attitude with the belief that each student can be taught and has the right and capacity to achieve personal academic excellence.

11. Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable board policies and district and legal requirements.

12. Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide physical therapy services for students with motor disabilities in special and regular education classrooms, from preschool through grade twelve.

2. Evaluate, select and schedule caseload in cooperation with the school team.

3. Adapt/modify equipment/materials for students with motor disabilities.

4. Work collaboratively and consult with classroom teachers, peers, other support staff, parents and the community.

5. Complete the special education compliance paperwork process as appropriate, including evaluation reports and Individual Education Programs (IEPs).

6. Adapt the professional role of the occupation/physical therapist to the public schools.

7. Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.

8. Attend or participate in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional development.

9. Participate in site-based decision-making processes.

10. Reports directly to and is supervised by the Special Education Supervisor.

11. This position may be exposed to prolonged exposure to visual display terminals as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS /

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. May be required to travel between buildings and occasionally attend workshops and conferences with the region or state.

2. Required to work flexible hours and schedule which may include some evenings. Expected to prepare classroom for the start of school and prepare workspace or room for summer cleaning after the last day of school.

3. Classroom/office environment which includes frequently walking, occasional lifting, and bending, stooping, kneeling and keyboarding.

The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Contract Term: 180 days; 3 professional development days; 19 mandatory hours; 6 extra days

Salary:
Salary:
Based on the 2026-27 Longview Education Association compensation schedule. Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision and other board approved benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

* Current LEA please submit updated resume, cover letter, and 3 confidential professional references.
* Apply online at , and provide the following documents electronically:

o Electronic application

o Electronic Resume

o Scanned copies of University or college transcripts. Original transcripts will be required if hired.

o Scanned copy of current teaching certificate and teaching endorsements

o Scanned copies of state assessments (West B, West E, Praxis I&II)

o Three (3) electronic references

Applications will be accepted until filled by a qualified applicant.

The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:
New employees will be required to complete an INS 1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check:
Pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 through RCW 43.43.840, new employees will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating any convictions of crimes against persons as listed in the law. In addition, a background check based on fingerprints will be requested from the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Job Sharing:
Pursuant to RCW 28A.405.070, the district will accept applications from individuals wishing to share a position.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Longview School District is an Equal Opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. Longview School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex,…