Light Street is now interviewing school-based Physical Therapists in Vallejo, California for the 2025-2026 School Year!
- Local Clinical Manager support
- Full-time, 37.5 hrs/week
- Competitive Compensation Up to W2 $60/hour DOE, direct and indirect compensation, guaranteed hours
- Benefit packages that include different plan options that work for you and your family, which includes medical/dental/vision
- 401K
- Professional development allowance, licensure and professional association dues reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance! Referral Bonuses!
Light Street Special Education Solutions (http//www.lightstreetsolutions.com), a division of LEARN Academy (LEARN Academy® School Support Services and Education Network), helps schools succeed by providing comprehensive special education programs and services. We partner with schools to improve the quality and efficiency of services provided to children with special needs. We offer an array of flexible solutions that are grounded in evidence-based practices and focused on achieving positive outcomes for our students and school partners.
As a School Physical Therapist at Light Street Special Education Solutions, a division of LEARN Academy, you play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of physical therapy services to students with special needs. Your primary responsibility is to help students improve their physical abilities to enhance their participation in the educational environment.
Your responsibilities span across various school settings, interacting with students, teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student care. You conduct evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor progress toward physical and educational goals.
As part of Light Street Special Education Solutions, you contribute to the company's mission of improving the quality and efficiency of special education services. Your work directly supports positive outcomes for students and strengthens partnerships with schools, aligning with the organization's commitment to evidence-based practices and flexible solutions in special education.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess students' physical abilities and needs.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that align with students' IEP goals.
- Provide direct physical therapy services to improve strength, mobility, coordination, and balance.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other IEP team members to support students' participation in classroom activities and extracurricular activities.
- Assist in the selection and use of assistive devices and adaptive equipment.
- Monitor and document student progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Participate in IEP meetings and provide insights on student progress and recommended interventions.
- Train school staff on techniques to support students' physical needs throughout the school day.
- Mentor and/or supervise assistants or students in the physical therapy community.
- Advocate for students' needs within the educational system to ensure they have access to necessary resources.
- Stay current with best practices in school-based physical therapy through ongoing professional development.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to the needs of the organization.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited program
- Maintain California license
- Current CA Licensure and COC or CTC (or willing to obtain)
- Current negative TB skin test or risk assessment
Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy offers a competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plan, 401(k), paid holidays and personal time off.
Light Street Special Education Solutions/LEARN Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be presently eligible to work in the United States.
