Physical Therapist

Qualifications:

• Hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or an equivalent qualifying degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Hold a valid New Jersey Physical Therapist license issued by the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, in accordance with applicable New Jersey laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate excellent integrity, good moral character, professionalism, and initiative.
• Demonstrate the ability to assess, evaluate, and provide physical therapy services to students with physical, motor, developmental, and functional limitations that impact their ability to access and participate in educational activities.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of physical therapy principles, child growth and development, gross motor skills, mobility, balance, coordination, posture, and functional movement within the educational environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement individualized physical therapy interventions, treatment plans, and strategies to support students' educational needs and Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of current federal and New Jersey rules and regulations governing special education, including IDEA, N.J.A.C. 6A:14, Child Study Team procedures, and related services requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with Child Study Teams, teachers, occupational therapists, speech-language specialists, school nurses, administrators, and parents to support student progress.
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain accurate treatment records, document student progress, monitor IEP goals, and complete required service documentation in accordance with district procedures.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, staff, administrators, and community stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to collect, interpret, and analyze student performance data and assist classroom teachers in implementing strategies that support students' physical and functional needs within the school environment.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.