Physical Therapist - Michigan License

Physical Therapist – Michigan License Warren Woods Public Schools – Warren Woods Tower High School, Warren, Michigan. Job ID: 5745819 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description To develop and maintain skills of educationally handicapped students so they are able to perform tasks and functions essential to educational and daily living skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides meaningful therapy to students requiring physical therapy as determined by a doctor’s prescription and the IEPC recommendations. Follows district policies and communicates knowledge of differences between medical, life support and physical therapy needs versus those required to support instructional goals of the special education program. Evaluates students’ performance capacities and deficits relative to development, sensory motor, gross motor, muscle strength, range of motion, postural reflexes and needs for adaptive equipment as determined by the therapist and medical doctor. Maintains a close working relationship with parents for follow‑through of physical therapy treatment goals in the home, when appropriate. Establishes and maintains appropriate records, reports, and procedures. Maintains positive and open communication with parents, school personnel, and medical/community personnel. Conducts self in a professional manner and maintains a positive image during the work day and at all work related activities. Performs other duties as may be assigned by administration. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree from a certified school of Physical Therapy with a current license from the State of Michigan. Other qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Other Skills and Abilities Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; plan and implement lessons based on content, curriculum and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students; establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skilled in oral and written communication; perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Physical Demands and Working Environment Job requires some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; significant fine finger dexterity; sitting, walking and standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties performed mainly indoors and occasionally outdoors. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education