Job description

PURPOSE

The LEARN Charter School Network is a network of college preparatory elementary schools dedicated to providing our students with the solid academic foundation and ambition to earn a college degree. Our college preparatory elementary schools provide a rigorous educational program that is built upon an intimate understanding of each student’s individual learning style and academic needs. We are guided by five principles which include: expectations of high achievement; mutual respect; the development of a safe and nurturing environment; active family participation; and the positive development of the whole child. The Physical Therapist who will collaborate with case managers, school counselors/social workers, teachers, school leaders and others in identifying and meeting the physical needs of students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/OUTCOMES

Using current physical therapy principles, and LEARN Network guidelines/protocols and best practices, provide direct and consult physical therapy services to students in a K-8th grade school setting as indicated in student plans such as IEP/504/MTSS/health plans.

Ensure 100% compliance as required by ISBE/authorizing district/Network as it relates to physical therapy in the school setting (including, but not limited to, meeting compliance timelines and service delivery).

Provide a thorough assessment and identification of physical needs, and utilize data to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504, MTSS, and/or health plans.

Create an individualized therapy program for students, sharing with classroom teachers and families.

Use physical exercises to help students increase strength and dexterity and provide access to the educational setting.

Keep on-going and detailed records of services provided

Keep ongoing and detailed records of student progress throughout the year, including qualitative and quantitative data related students’ response to interventions and services, and the use of data to inform evidence based decisions

Keep abreast of current research and practices in physical therapy and provide Professional development/training related to physical therapy in the school setting to individual student, school, or network teams as appropriate/requested

Support Network initiatives in the development and implementation of wellness programs through the lens of a school physical therapist

Attend required meetings and be a contributing participant of the OT/PT/ School/ SSS teams

Other duties as assigned within the scope physical therapy and as a member of the SSS individual Student, School and Network teams

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and/or Experience

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy or related field from an accredited college or university.

Three (3) years prior experience providing the service required by this position, including at least three years of experience working within a school setting.

Holds a license from the State to provide services as a Physical Therapist in the school setting.

Knowledge of applicable federal and state statutes dealing with privacy, care and protection abuse.

Ability to make referrals to appropriate staff members and other agencies and organizations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Strong written and verbal skills

Professional demeanor

Ability to express self effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing

Experience in development and implementation procedures

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, adhering to strict timelines

Detail oriented and highly organized

Comfortable interacting with internal and external customers

High degree of initiative and independent judgment

Ability to tactfully and effectively deal with public and staff in a personable and professional manner

Excellent people and leadership skills, with an ability to coach, motivate and develop

Collaborative, team player with superior interpersonal skills

Demonstrated cultural sensitivity

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/TRAVEL

Requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files. May also be expected to clean and maintain equipment and facility used by students. Physical demands require the ability to stand, bend, reach high and low, stoop, walk around the classroom and kneel.

May be required to travel to LEARN campuses across the state, as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS

School staff will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once. Majority of work will be performed in a general office/ school environment. May requires participation and attendance at organization sponsored events and meetings.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of LEARN Charter School Network. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, family medical history, disability or veteran status.

For applicants who apply after 11/1/21, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a valid medical or religious exemption required.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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