School Physical Therapist | O Fallon, Missouri

Make an impact this school year as a dedicated Physical Therapist specializing in early childhood settings. This in-person, contract opportunity allows you to work closely with young students, helping to foster their development and support their unique physical needs. As caseload details and hours are being finalized, we encourage candidates who are flexible and eager to provide hands-on therapy within an inclusive school environment.

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

• Valid and active Missouri Physical Therapy license (please provide license number with your application)
• Previous experience working as a Physical Therapist in a school-based or pediatric setting is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and best practices for therapeutic interventions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to providing direct, in-person therapy services (no remote options available for this role)
• Ability to adapt to varying caseloads and diverse student needs

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for early childhood students
• Deliver engaging, evidence-based physical therapy sessions in a school environment
• Collaborate with staff and families to support students’ educational and developmental goals
• Maintain accurate records and progress notes in compliance with school and state requirements
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions
• Adapt interventions to meet changing caseloads and student needs as assignments are finalized

This position will evolve as final caseload details and weekly hours are established. If you value meaningful, hands-on work and have a passion for early childhood physical therapy, we invite you to express your interest. Please include your Missouri PT license number and location preferences, as well as your preferred zip code, when applying. Take the next step in advancing your school-based therapy career today!

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