Physical Therapist

26-27 School Year | $45-$55/hour | Part-Time | Algonquin, IL | School-Based | State PT License required

 

About this Role: School-Based Physical Therapist, you won’t just provide therapy—you’ll transform lives. You’ll help students build confidence, independence, and the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. Your expertise, creativity, and compassion will unlock potential and create meaningful change every single day.

 

If you’re passionate about empowering students and want to work in a place where your impact truly matters, we’d love to meet you.

 

Why Join Us

• CEU/license reimbursement and tuition assistance
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
• Paid sick leave
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What You'll Do

• Create and deliver individualized treatment programs for students K-12 based on their IEPs or medical plans
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to establish meaningful goals and accommodations
• Oversee and support Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) as needed
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of student needs, including initial and ongoing assessments
• Complete annual and triennial reviews in a timely, compliant manner
• Maintain thorough documentation and provide detailed reports on student progress

What We're Looking For

Must Have

• Current Physical Therapist license in the state where services are delivered, or eligibility to obtain such licensure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check, as applicable by state

Preferred

• Experience in school or treatment settings working with students with learning or social-emotional challenges
• Familiarity with IEP processes and documentation systems
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills

Physical Therapist Physical Demands

• Environment: Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
• Activity: Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Sensory: Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.