St Croix River Education District
Physical Therapist (.2 FTE)
St Croix River Education District, Rush City, Minnesota, United States, 55069
Position Type:SCRED - Related Services/Physical Therapist
Date Posted:11/11/2024
Location:St. Croix River Education District
Date Available:01/02/2025
Closing Date:open until filled
Physical Therapist (0.2 FTE)
Position Location: Serves the following SCRED Member Districts: Hinckley-Finlayson and East Central
Position PurposeThe school Physical Therapist (PT) provides instructional support by collaborating with general education and special education staff regarding adaptations and modifications to educational equipment, instruction, or the instructional environment that may help students with physical disabilities reach their special education goals related to functional mobility and environmental access.
Essential Duties
Identification, Screening and Evaluation
Complete in-home evaluations and assessments of infants and toddlers, ages birth to three, as deemed appropriate by screening results, medical records or evaluation team decisionComplete informal screening of students whose parents or teachers express concerns regarding a student's gross motor abilitiesComplete school-based evaluations for students ages three through 21 suspected of having disabilities as well as those with disabilities who are currently receiving special education and related servicesFacilitate procurement and review of appropriate medical notes, as applicableInterpret results of motor assessments to determine the effect of physical impairments on a students' ability to learn and access the educational settingComplete relevant portions of evaluation summary reports, including the documentation evaluation results and present levels, the identification of educational needs, and, when appropriate, additions and modifications necessary to promote adequate progress and access to the general curriculum.
Service Delivery
Develop therapeutic strategies and accommodations specific to the student's needsFacilitate accommodations and modifications to educational materials, assistive technology, and the instructional environmentProvide direct and indirect occupational therapy services to infants and toddlers, ages birth to three, in a home setting throughout the calendar yearProvide direct and indirect PT services to students ages three through 21 throughout the school yearAssist in gathering accurate and timely data related to student progress, regularly review student progress, and assist in making instructional changes, when necessary, to allow students to make adequate progress and have meaningful and appropriate access to the general curriculumMaintain proper documentation of service, in accordance with state and federal requirement
Curriculum and InstructionProvide input on curriculum and instruction development, selection, and implementation as requestedAssist in the development and procurement of accessible instructional materials, as needed
Consultation and Collaboration
Assist in Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning for students with physical disabilities and adaptive/functional needs, including attending IEP meetings, providing input on IEP goals related to PT service, and determining appropriate accommodations, modifications and supportsCollaborate on the development of Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Plans of Care for students covered under the MInnesota Health Care Program (MHCP) who require school-based PCA support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)Assist educational team with the development of evacuation plans for students who require them and provide training on proper use and storage of evacuation equipmentParticipate in planning and procedural committee meetings at SCREDAdvise on the selection of specialized equipment and instructional materials/supplies when the need for Assistive Technology (AT) is identified.Monitor the use of necessary equipment to ensure proper functioning as well as consistency and fidelity of use
Professional Learning
Provide ongoing training to educational teams, including the initial training and ongoing monitoring of the use and care of specialized equipment, curriculum materials, motor and positioning strategies, and environmental modificationsProvide required training and supervision of PCAs providing school-based ADL services to students covered under MHCPFacilitate professional learning in areas of expertise to individual student teams, parents, and SCRED and member district staff or other service providers, as requestedDevelop resources pertinent to PT services when the need for such resources is identifiedActively participate in the regional PT community of practice (COP) as well as other relevant state or regional professional learning opportunities
Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Training
Minimum: Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program (if initially licensed after 2015) or alternate degree from an accredited program (if initially licensed before 2015)
Work Experience
Preferred: Three or more years working in a related position
Licensure/Certification
Passing score on licensure exam required by the state of MinnesotaCurrent Physical Therapy license in Minnesota or ability to obtain
Personal Skills
Ability to work collaboratively on a teamOrganizational skills to manage multiple projects and scheduleA passion and willingness to learnStrong oral and written communication skillsAdaptability based on changing needsSolutions-focused problem solving skillsDesire to work with students from birth - 21 with a varying level of needsAdept in learning and using new technology
Physical Demands
Lifting of students, equipment or supplies up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally, and 100 pounds rarelyJob duties may require kneeling, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, sitting on the floor and using appropriate body mechanics for twisting and bendingSeveral tasks and job duties involve a risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM)Travel within and occasionally outside of the SCRED member districtsFrequent computer use including long periods without movement
Application ProcedureApply online
Date Posted:11/11/2024
Location:St. Croix River Education District
Date Available:01/02/2025
Closing Date:open until filled
Physical Therapist (0.2 FTE)
Position Location: Serves the following SCRED Member Districts: Hinckley-Finlayson and East Central
Position PurposeThe school Physical Therapist (PT) provides instructional support by collaborating with general education and special education staff regarding adaptations and modifications to educational equipment, instruction, or the instructional environment that may help students with physical disabilities reach their special education goals related to functional mobility and environmental access.
Essential Duties
Identification, Screening and Evaluation
Complete in-home evaluations and assessments of infants and toddlers, ages birth to three, as deemed appropriate by screening results, medical records or evaluation team decisionComplete informal screening of students whose parents or teachers express concerns regarding a student's gross motor abilitiesComplete school-based evaluations for students ages three through 21 suspected of having disabilities as well as those with disabilities who are currently receiving special education and related servicesFacilitate procurement and review of appropriate medical notes, as applicableInterpret results of motor assessments to determine the effect of physical impairments on a students' ability to learn and access the educational settingComplete relevant portions of evaluation summary reports, including the documentation evaluation results and present levels, the identification of educational needs, and, when appropriate, additions and modifications necessary to promote adequate progress and access to the general curriculum.
Service Delivery
Develop therapeutic strategies and accommodations specific to the student's needsFacilitate accommodations and modifications to educational materials, assistive technology, and the instructional environmentProvide direct and indirect occupational therapy services to infants and toddlers, ages birth to three, in a home setting throughout the calendar yearProvide direct and indirect PT services to students ages three through 21 throughout the school yearAssist in gathering accurate and timely data related to student progress, regularly review student progress, and assist in making instructional changes, when necessary, to allow students to make adequate progress and have meaningful and appropriate access to the general curriculumMaintain proper documentation of service, in accordance with state and federal requirement
Curriculum and InstructionProvide input on curriculum and instruction development, selection, and implementation as requestedAssist in the development and procurement of accessible instructional materials, as needed
Consultation and Collaboration
Assist in Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning for students with physical disabilities and adaptive/functional needs, including attending IEP meetings, providing input on IEP goals related to PT service, and determining appropriate accommodations, modifications and supportsCollaborate on the development of Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Plans of Care for students covered under the MInnesota Health Care Program (MHCP) who require school-based PCA support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)Assist educational team with the development of evacuation plans for students who require them and provide training on proper use and storage of evacuation equipmentParticipate in planning and procedural committee meetings at SCREDAdvise on the selection of specialized equipment and instructional materials/supplies when the need for Assistive Technology (AT) is identified.Monitor the use of necessary equipment to ensure proper functioning as well as consistency and fidelity of use
Professional Learning
Provide ongoing training to educational teams, including the initial training and ongoing monitoring of the use and care of specialized equipment, curriculum materials, motor and positioning strategies, and environmental modificationsProvide required training and supervision of PCAs providing school-based ADL services to students covered under MHCPFacilitate professional learning in areas of expertise to individual student teams, parents, and SCRED and member district staff or other service providers, as requestedDevelop resources pertinent to PT services when the need for such resources is identifiedActively participate in the regional PT community of practice (COP) as well as other relevant state or regional professional learning opportunities
Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Training
Minimum: Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program (if initially licensed after 2015) or alternate degree from an accredited program (if initially licensed before 2015)
Work Experience
Preferred: Three or more years working in a related position
Licensure/Certification
Passing score on licensure exam required by the state of MinnesotaCurrent Physical Therapy license in Minnesota or ability to obtain
Personal Skills
Ability to work collaboratively on a teamOrganizational skills to manage multiple projects and scheduleA passion and willingness to learnStrong oral and written communication skillsAdaptability based on changing needsSolutions-focused problem solving skillsDesire to work with students from birth - 21 with a varying level of needsAdept in learning and using new technology
Physical Demands
Lifting of students, equipment or supplies up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally, and 100 pounds rarelyJob duties may require kneeling, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, sitting on the floor and using appropriate body mechanics for twisting and bendingSeveral tasks and job duties involve a risk of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM)Travel within and occasionally outside of the SCRED member districtsFrequent computer use including long periods without movement
Application ProcedureApply online