Physical Therapist (School)

School-Based Physical Therapist (PT) - Part-Time

Company: Amergis Educational Staffing

Location: Homeland Area (School District)

Position Type: Contract

Schedule:

• Part-time | Up to 16 hours per week

• 2026-2027 school year

Compensation:

• Starting at $75 per hour (DOE)

Amergis Educational Staffing is seeking a Part-Time School-Based Physical Therapist (PT) to support a school district in the Homeland area for the 2026-2027 school year . This onsite opportunity offers up to 16 hours per week , ideal for clinicians seeking flexibility while working in a collaborative school-based environment.

The Physical Therapist will partner with school teams to support students' physical development, functional mobility, and access to educational settings.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and consultative physical therapy services to school-aged students

• Conduct physical therapy evaluations, assessments, and reassessments

• Develop IEP goals, accommodations, and service recommendations

• Address gross motor development, strength, balance, posture, mobility, and functional access needs

• Support safe participation in classroom, playground, and school activities

• Recommend and assist with adaptive equipment and environmental modifications

• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team collaboration

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, progress reports, and service logs

• Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers

• Travel between assigned school sites within the Homeland area, as needed

Requirements:

• Active California Physical Therapist license

• School-based or pediatric experience preferred

• Experience working with school-aged children

• Ability to manage a part-time caseload (up to 16 hours per week)

• Availability for the 2026-2027 school year

• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills

• Reliable transportation for site-to-site travel

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Physical Therapist | Physical Therapist School

Job Type: Contract - Part Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0120

Contract Duration: 36

Pay Rate: $1600 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-06-01T21:07:14