Teacher - School Physical Therapist 26 27

Teacher - School Physical Therapist 26 27 Utica Community School District Various Locations - Sterling Heights, Michigan Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Utica Community School District Job Details Job ID: 5932031 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description The Physical Therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program through evaluation and intervention services, including direct services to the child and consultative services on behalf of the child, such as support of the teacher and/or other staff members in accordance with the students IEP or health plan. The therapist will evaluate, plan, and implement activities to address gaps relative to development, sensory motor, gross motor, muscle strength, range of motion, postural reflexes and needs for adaptive equipment. Evaluate student’s performance capacity and gaps relative to development, sensory motor, gross motor, muscle strength, range of motion, postural reflexes and needs for adaptive equipment. Evaluate students through professional observation, therapeutic handling, record review, and parent, student, and teacher interviews. Interpret assessment findings and appropriately communicate information with parents, staff and Special Services Department. Collaborate with the school team to support the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEP). Provide meaningful therapy to students requiring physical therapy as determined by a doctor’s prescription and IEP recommendations. Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding effective coordination of services. Develops and implements individualized PT intervention strategies. Collaborates with student, school team members, parents, community agencies, administrators, and physicians regarding transition from school to community, preparing students to function independently when therapy goals have been met. Documents therapy services provided in accordance with department policy and procedure. Adheres to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice as well as District and Board of Education policy. Establishes and maintains appropriate records, reports, and procedures. Establishes and maintains positive and open communication with students, staff, parents, and medical/community personnel. Perform other duties as may be assigned by administration. Qualifications: Current State of Michigan Licensure Demonstrated experience supporting school-aged students in a clinical or school setting NONDISCRIMINATION It is the policy of the Utica Community Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, nation origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination by this educational agency. Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist Contact Information Human Resources Department 11303 Greendale Sterling Heights, Michigan 48312 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Various Locations