Norwalk Public Schools
Physical Therapist
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut, us, 06860
Position Type:Specialized Learning/Physical Therapist
Date Posted:5/15/2024
Location:Districtwide
Date Available:July/20242024-2025 SCHOOL YEARPHYSICAL THERAPISTDISTRICTWIDE
POSITION SUMMARY
The physical therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with a disability in their least restrictive environment. The physical therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program within the district; providing screening, evaluation and intervention services.
Essential Functions:
Ensures safety of studentsMaintain student service, administrative and other departmental records in accordance with the district, state and federal policiesAdhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practiceImplement and coordinate the physical therapy program within the districtEvaluate students using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from other agencies and recordsInterpret assessment findings and appropriately convey information to parents and school teamsParticipate with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 PlansDevelop and implement intervention strategiesDevelop physical therapy management plan for daily classroom routines and train staff in its safe implementationPlan for transition from school to community, preparing student to function independent from physical therapy service when targeted outcomes are achievedEvaluate and report on student progressCommunicate, collaborate, and consult with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionalsServe as a resource to parent, school team, staff and administration on disabling conditions and their effects on educationCollaborate with community-based therapists and other healthcare providers for effective coordination of serviceProvide consultation regarding emergency evaluation of students with disabilityParticipate with improving school accessibility and planning environmental modificationProcure, maintain and inventory equipment, materials and suppliesSeek regular opportunities for professional growthProvide clinical educational opportunities for students of physical therapyProvide guidance to students to promote their educational developmentAssist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing students with disabilitiesObserve ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgmentMaintain respect for confidential information, e.g. student educational/medical records and assessments including psychological evaluationsAttend meetings and in-services as required by the Building Principal or Director of Pupil Services
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsMake contacts with the public with tact and diplomacyPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationDemonstrates regular and punctual attendance and positive work ethicPerform other duties as assigned by the Director of Pupil Services or designee
Qualifications:
Criteria as set by State Certification Authorities: Connecticut Physical Therapist LicenseSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and efficiently, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsAbility to work effectively with othersOrganizational and problem solving skillsExcellent public relations skillsSkills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom managementKnowledge of state and local rules governing special education
Contract: CT. Health Care AssociatesSalary Range:
See salary schedule online
Apply atwww.norwalkps.org/applynowClick "Employment"
NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.
05.16.2024
Date Posted:5/15/2024
Location:Districtwide
Date Available:July/20242024-2025 SCHOOL YEARPHYSICAL THERAPISTDISTRICTWIDE
POSITION SUMMARY
The physical therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with a disability in their least restrictive environment. The physical therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program within the district; providing screening, evaluation and intervention services.
Essential Functions:
Ensures safety of studentsMaintain student service, administrative and other departmental records in accordance with the district, state and federal policiesAdhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practiceImplement and coordinate the physical therapy program within the districtEvaluate students using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from other agencies and recordsInterpret assessment findings and appropriately convey information to parents and school teamsParticipate with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 PlansDevelop and implement intervention strategiesDevelop physical therapy management plan for daily classroom routines and train staff in its safe implementationPlan for transition from school to community, preparing student to function independent from physical therapy service when targeted outcomes are achievedEvaluate and report on student progressCommunicate, collaborate, and consult with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionalsServe as a resource to parent, school team, staff and administration on disabling conditions and their effects on educationCollaborate with community-based therapists and other healthcare providers for effective coordination of serviceProvide consultation regarding emergency evaluation of students with disabilityParticipate with improving school accessibility and planning environmental modificationProcure, maintain and inventory equipment, materials and suppliesSeek regular opportunities for professional growthProvide clinical educational opportunities for students of physical therapyProvide guidance to students to promote their educational developmentAssist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing students with disabilitiesObserve ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgmentMaintain respect for confidential information, e.g. student educational/medical records and assessments including psychological evaluationsAttend meetings and in-services as required by the Building Principal or Director of Pupil Services
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsMake contacts with the public with tact and diplomacyPromote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationDemonstrates regular and punctual attendance and positive work ethicPerform other duties as assigned by the Director of Pupil Services or designee
Qualifications:
Criteria as set by State Certification Authorities: Connecticut Physical Therapist LicenseSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and efficiently, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsAbility to work effectively with othersOrganizational and problem solving skillsExcellent public relations skillsSkills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom managementKnowledge of state and local rules governing special education
Contract: CT. Health Care AssociatesSalary Range:
See salary schedule online
Apply atwww.norwalkps.org/applynowClick "Employment"
NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.
05.16.2024