Educational Service District 112
Physical Therapist - SY ANTICIPATED OPENINGS
Educational Service District 112, Pasco, WA, United States
Salary: See Position Description
Location : ESD 112 - Service Region
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202402540
Department: ESA & SPECIALIZED SERVICES
Program: SPECIAL EDUCATION ESA
Opening Date: 12/31/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and
General Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Special Education Administrator, the Physical Therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program for children with a range of mild to severe disabilities ages birth to 21. The Physical Therapist serves as a member of the education team assigned to support the Special Education Cooperative and special education children. The Physical Therapist serves as a liaison with medical and community service providers on behalf of children with disabilities and their families.
We are building an applicant pool for 2025-2026 Physical Therapist anticipated openings. Your application will be considered as positions become available.
Salary:The full salary range for this position is $55,563.00 - $92,876.00. Salary placement is based on education and certificated experience.
Essential Functions/Other Functions
Essential Functions:
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
Working Conditions:
Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.
We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!
Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.
For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.
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Please select the ESA Region(s) you are interested in applying for:
02
Do you hold or are you eligible to hold a Washington ESA physical therapist certificate?
03
Do you hold or are you eligible to hold a Washington physical therapist license?
04
Have you ever been convicted of any crime? Please answer YES or NO.
Note: For the purpose of this question, "convicted" includes: (1) All instances in which a plea of guilty or no contest is the basis of a conviction and (2) All proceedings in which a sentence has been suspended or deferred. You need not list traffic infractions that are not misdemeanors or crimes.
05
If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide the following (If you answered NO, please enter N/A):
a. A detailed statement including what occurred, the nature of the offense, charge or warrant;
b. The name and address of the arresting agency;
c. The date of the arrest;
d. The final disposition, if any;
e. If a court was involved, the name and address of the court;
f. The complete arrest report and sentence and judgement; and
g. Attach a complete driving abstract for five years if the arrest was driving related. This can be done in the attachments portion of the application process.
06
Do you currently have any outstanding criminal charges or warrants of arrest pending against you in Washington, or any other state, province, territory, and/or country? Please answer YES or NO. If YES, please provide an explanation.
07
Are you presently under investigation in any jurisdiction for possible criminal charges? Please answer YES or NO. If your answer is YES, identify agency and location (street address, city, state), as well as a detailed explanation.
08
Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire.
09
Is it true that you have NEVER BEEN convicted of any misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony crimes against children or other persons (including instances in which a plea of guilty or nolo contendere is the basis for the conviction) or any proceedings in which the charge has been deferred from prosecution under Chapter 10.05 RCW or the sentence has been deferred or suspended listed as follows: Aggravated murder, First degree promoting prostitution, First or second degree murder, Communication with a minor, First or second degree kidnapping, First degree arson, First, second or third degree assault, First degree burglary, First, second or third degree rape, Indecent liberties, First, second or third degree rape of a child, Incest, Felony indecent exposure, Vehicular homicide, First or second degree robbery, Unlawful imprisonment, First or second degree manslaughter, Simple assault, First or second degree extortion, Sexual exploitation of minors, First or second degree criminal mistreatment, First or second degree custodial interference, Child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020, Malicious harassment, Selling or distributing erotic material to a minor, First, second or third degree child molestation, Custodial assault, First or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor, Patronizing a juvenile prostitute, Child buying or selling, Violation of child abuse restraining order, Promoting pornography, Prostitution, First, second or third degree assault of a child, Child abandonment, or any of these crimes as they may have been named?
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APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources.
Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you.
Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed.
Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks.
Required Question
Location : ESD 112 - Service Region
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202402540
Department: ESA & SPECIALIZED SERVICES
Program: SPECIAL EDUCATION ESA
Opening Date: 12/31/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and
General Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Special Education Administrator, the Physical Therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program for children with a range of mild to severe disabilities ages birth to 21. The Physical Therapist serves as a member of the education team assigned to support the Special Education Cooperative and special education children. The Physical Therapist serves as a liaison with medical and community service providers on behalf of children with disabilities and their families.
We are building an applicant pool for 2025-2026 Physical Therapist anticipated openings. Your application will be considered as positions become available.
Salary:The full salary range for this position is $55,563.00 - $92,876.00. Salary placement is based on education and certificated experience.
Essential Functions/Other Functions
Essential Functions:
- Provide education and support to teachers, classroom staff, parents and other care givers about physical therapy services.
- Develop, implement and coordinate a physical therapy program for children with disabilities consistent with the Individual Education Plan (IEP)/Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) goals.
- Conduct physical therapy assessments. Review assessment findings with parents and the education team.
- Provide direct service to children.
- Monitor ongoing treatment records. Evaluate and report on children's progress.
- Advise, instruct and assist education staff to implement physical therapy plans.
- Supervise, train and evaluate physical therapy assistants and paraeducators.
- Facilitate the procurement, fabrication, modification and adjustment of adaptive equipment for physical therapy services.
- Serve as a member of the education team to help address the needs of children.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
- Hold or eligible to hold a Washington ESA physical therapist certificate.
- Hold or eligible to hold a Washington physical therapist license.
- Experience working in a special education public school setting or with pediatric populations.
- Experience interpreting state and federal special education law.
Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
Working Conditions:
- Daily travel within the Special Education ESA service area.
- Physical ability to transfer and/or lift children and equipment.
- Services provided in homes, child care, preschool and classroom settings.
- Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
- Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328,
- Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574,
- ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529,
The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.
We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!
Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.
For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.
01
Please select the ESA Region(s) you are interested in applying for:
- I5 Corridor
- Coast
- Columbia River Gorge
- North Central Washington
- South East Washington
02
Do you hold or are you eligible to hold a Washington ESA physical therapist certificate?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you hold or are you eligible to hold a Washington physical therapist license?
- Yes
- No
04
Have you ever been convicted of any crime? Please answer YES or NO.
Note: For the purpose of this question, "convicted" includes: (1) All instances in which a plea of guilty or no contest is the basis of a conviction and (2) All proceedings in which a sentence has been suspended or deferred. You need not list traffic infractions that are not misdemeanors or crimes.
05
If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide the following (If you answered NO, please enter N/A):
a. A detailed statement including what occurred, the nature of the offense, charge or warrant;
b. The name and address of the arresting agency;
c. The date of the arrest;
d. The final disposition, if any;
e. If a court was involved, the name and address of the court;
f. The complete arrest report and sentence and judgement; and
g. Attach a complete driving abstract for five years if the arrest was driving related. This can be done in the attachments portion of the application process.
06
Do you currently have any outstanding criminal charges or warrants of arrest pending against you in Washington, or any other state, province, territory, and/or country? Please answer YES or NO. If YES, please provide an explanation.
07
Are you presently under investigation in any jurisdiction for possible criminal charges? Please answer YES or NO. If your answer is YES, identify agency and location (street address, city, state), as well as a detailed explanation.
08
Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire.
- Yes
- No
09
Is it true that you have NEVER BEEN convicted of any misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony crimes against children or other persons (including instances in which a plea of guilty or nolo contendere is the basis for the conviction) or any proceedings in which the charge has been deferred from prosecution under Chapter 10.05 RCW or the sentence has been deferred or suspended listed as follows: Aggravated murder, First degree promoting prostitution, First or second degree murder, Communication with a minor, First or second degree kidnapping, First degree arson, First, second or third degree assault, First degree burglary, First, second or third degree rape, Indecent liberties, First, second or third degree rape of a child, Incest, Felony indecent exposure, Vehicular homicide, First or second degree robbery, Unlawful imprisonment, First or second degree manslaughter, Simple assault, First or second degree extortion, Sexual exploitation of minors, First or second degree criminal mistreatment, First or second degree custodial interference, Child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020, Malicious harassment, Selling or distributing erotic material to a minor, First, second or third degree child molestation, Custodial assault, First or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor, Patronizing a juvenile prostitute, Child buying or selling, Violation of child abuse restraining order, Promoting pornography, Prostitution, First, second or third degree assault of a child, Child abandonment, or any of these crimes as they may have been named?
- Yes, I have never been convicted
- No, I have been convicted
10
APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources.
Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you.
Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed.
Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks.
- Yes
- No
Required Question