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May Institute

Physical Therapist

May Institute, West Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01089

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Physical Therapist – Part‑time – May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities Are you prepared to ignite change and transform lives in the field of special education? Leap into an exciting opportunity as a part‑time Physical Therapist at May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in West Springfield.

As a Physical Therapist, you will interact with amazing students every day, ensuring the quality of Physical Therapy‑designed programs by supporting teaching staff in carrying out and incorporating therapeutic activities. You will drive communication with teachers and appropriate staff on the progress and needs of individual students by working in coordination and cooperation with the student, family, LEA, educational team, behavioral and nursing teams. Duties will include conducting assessments, writing goals and objectives, training direct service teachers, and providing ongoing consultation to the teaching staff in their work with the students.

Get Ready to transform: Your Role in Action!

Communicates with teachers and appropriate staff on the progress and needs of individual students

Provides teachers consultation regarding physical therapy profiles and appropriate short and long term objectives within the individualized education plans (IEP) when appropriate

Providing in‑services to classroom staff

Provides teacher with instructions and support necessary for them to carry out daily physical therapy programs with all children (STO’s, Rehabilitative Guidelines)

Observe classrooms on a regular basis providing brief correction/positive feedback and suggestions to the teachers as needed

Consulting to classroom staff regarding students’ PT needs

Providing direct service when deemed necessary

Performing related physical therapy services as assigned

Preserves the rights of each student and family

Skills and Talents

Graduate of an approved program in physical therapy

Valid and current license as an PT in Massachusetts

Demonstrated commitment to student progress

Ability to multi‑task and take initiative of multi‑tasking

Finds enjoyment working with a multi‑disciplinary team

Employee Benefits

Generous paid time off & birthday as a holiday

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid training and certification opportunities

Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment assistance program

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Join us and discover a culture that cherishes your well‑being and invests in your bright future!

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