Physical Therapist -Continuing

Mead WA Special Services - Mead, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job : 5960243
Final date to receive applications: Oct 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

October 14, 2026
CERTIFICATED VACANCY

2026/2027 School Year

Special Services

Physical Therapist (PT)

5 days per week (TBD) / 1.0 FTE Continuing

Position location is dependent upon student need. Locations will be assigned yearly and are subject to change.

JOB SUMMARY

In accordance with requirements of IDEA and WAC 392-172, the therapist works as part of a team to provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services, for identified students in areas of fine and gross motor skills. The therapist conducts screening and evaluation in order to identify eligible students and design effective treatment programs as part of the IEP team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide direct, indirect, and consultative therapy services for identified students to achieve necessary goals within the educational setting.
• Provide services for both gross and fine motor skills.
• Assist in the identification of students in need of therapy through screening and evaluation.
• Participate as a member of an IEP team in designing and implementing effective treatment programs as determined by the students’ individual educational plan.
• Maintain appropriate written records and reports for each student evaluated and/or served, and evaluate the effectiveness of the students’ program, modifying and adapting as needed.
• Provide consulting services to family, school staff, and community agencies involved with the student regarding the therapy program and any adaptations needed to facilitate improved performance in the classroom.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service and professional growth activities and provide in-service education for staff and support personnel.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development and provide appropriate feedback.
• Provide opportunities for students to self-reflect and track progress toward learning goals.
• Provide a safe, positive and effective environment that reflects and facilitates learning.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress in a timely and professional manner.
• Self-reflect and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional performance to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses and adjust accordingly to reach maximum effectiveness.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in physical or occupational therapy.
• Must have a Washington State Physical Therapist license and an ESA certificate by start date.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Knowledgeable of the essential requirements with IDEA and WAC 392-172.
• Able to build a positive learning environment including modeling respect and honoring the dignity of all students, staff and parents.
• Able to work cooperatively with parents, teachers, and administrators in providing direct and indirect services to disabled students.
• Able to develop rapport with students.
• Able to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences including communicating student progress.
• Able to work collaboratively with a team, contributing in a positive way.
• Exhibit a commitment to on-going professional learning including demonstrating the ability to develop professionally in areas of the school and district focus.
• Ability to express thoughts concisely and effectively.

DESIRED CRITERIA:

• Related experience or a minimum of pediatric affiliation with a strong interest in pediatrics is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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