Sunnyside Unified School District
Physical Therapist - 25 / 26 SY
Sunnyside Unified School District, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Overview
Position Type: Professional Non-Teaching / Occupational / Physical Therapist Date Posted: 5 / 23 / 2025 Location: Special Education Date Available: 07 / 24 / 2024 Definition
The Physical Therapist (P.T.) provides therapy evaluation and service to qualified students, ages 3-22. S / he acts as a liaison between schools and agencies when medically related therapy is being provided out-of-district. Essential Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class). Responsibilities
Participate in pre-referral process to general modifications and accommodations to be implemented in regular education settings. Obtains and relays information to and from parents and other medical personnel relating to a student’s physical status and needs. Conducts screenings and evaluations relating to physical therapy needs. Provides input to diagnostic and placement team relating to a student’s P.T. evaluation and placements. Develops therapy related goals and objectives as part of the student’s Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.). Designs and implements activities to help a student meet the goals and objectives of his / her I.E.P. Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics
Has a thorough knowledge of the field of physical therapy as well as special education requirements (both federal and state regulations). The P.T. will work independently and must possess a high degree of motivation, self-direction, and accountability. Physical Requirements
Work is performed in an indoor environment. Work requires frequent sitting, repetitive motion, vision to monitor and lifting up to 15 pounds. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy. Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Arizona Physical Therapy License Experience working within the school setting. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (Additional compensation will be considered if candidate meets preferred qualifications) : Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy or similar Arizona Physical Therapy License Experience working within the school setting. Will Supervise a minimum of 1, maximum of 2 Physical Therapists; supervises a maximum of 4 Physical Therapist Assistants. Depending on the needs of the District, some incumbents in this class must be able to demonstrate fluency in both Spanish and English as a condition of employment. Salary
: Refer to PNT Salary Schedule Hours per Day : 8 Days in Contract : 211
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Position Type: Professional Non-Teaching / Occupational / Physical Therapist Date Posted: 5 / 23 / 2025 Location: Special Education Date Available: 07 / 24 / 2024 Definition
The Physical Therapist (P.T.) provides therapy evaluation and service to qualified students, ages 3-22. S / he acts as a liaison between schools and agencies when medically related therapy is being provided out-of-district. Essential Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class). Responsibilities
Participate in pre-referral process to general modifications and accommodations to be implemented in regular education settings. Obtains and relays information to and from parents and other medical personnel relating to a student’s physical status and needs. Conducts screenings and evaluations relating to physical therapy needs. Provides input to diagnostic and placement team relating to a student’s P.T. evaluation and placements. Develops therapy related goals and objectives as part of the student’s Individual Education Plan (I.E.P.). Designs and implements activities to help a student meet the goals and objectives of his / her I.E.P. Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics
Has a thorough knowledge of the field of physical therapy as well as special education requirements (both federal and state regulations). The P.T. will work independently and must possess a high degree of motivation, self-direction, and accountability. Physical Requirements
Work is performed in an indoor environment. Work requires frequent sitting, repetitive motion, vision to monitor and lifting up to 15 pounds. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy. Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Arizona Physical Therapy License Experience working within the school setting. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (Additional compensation will be considered if candidate meets preferred qualifications) : Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy or similar Arizona Physical Therapy License Experience working within the school setting. Will Supervise a minimum of 1, maximum of 2 Physical Therapists; supervises a maximum of 4 Physical Therapist Assistants. Depending on the needs of the District, some incumbents in this class must be able to demonstrate fluency in both Spanish and English as a condition of employment. Salary
: Refer to PNT Salary Schedule Hours per Day : 8 Days in Contract : 211
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