Virtual School-Based Physical Therapy Specialist - Minnesota
Schedule: Part-Time (up to 15 hours per week)
Qualifications
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program
• Active Minnesota Physical Therapist license issued by the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy
• Active Minnesota Educational Staff / Related Services Credential issued by the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) (or eligibility)
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience (school-based and/or teletherapy preferred)
• Experience with Minnesota IEP processes, school-based gross motor evaluations, and virtual service delivery is a plus
• Strong clinical reasoning, organizational, and communication skills
• Comfortable using teletherapy platforms, digital resources, and remote communication tools
Key Responsibilities Assessment & Intervention
• Conduct virtual evaluations to assess gross motor functioning, postural control, functional mobility, and physical accessibility within the educational environment
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans tailored to student needs in a remote format
• Deliver direct teletherapy services focused on educational, functional mobility goals and monitor student progress across part-time caseload hours
• Use objective clinical data to guide clinical decision-making and adjust gross motor intervention strategies
Collaboration & Support
• Work closely with general and special education teachers, parents, administrators, and support staff to optimize student participation and access
• Provide practical recommendations for classroom positioning, adaptive equipment, and gross motor carryover strategies
• Participate actively in virtual IEP team meetings, multidisciplinary evaluation teams, and 504 reviews
Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of direct service logs, progress notes, and IEP goal updates (e.g., via SpEd Forms)
• Ensure all evaluations and therapeutic services strictly align with Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) guidelines, state special education rules (Chapter 3525), and IDEA mandates
• Complete comprehensive evaluation summaries, eligibility documentation, and required compliance reports
Technology & Teletherapy Tools
• Utilize virtual platforms and interactive digital tools to deliver engaging, movement-based therapy sessions
• Adapt physical exercises, visual modeling guides, and activity modifications for an effective online learning environment
• Guide onsite facilitators and families during remote sessions and assist with basic platform troubleshooting
Advocacy & Education
• Support students in accessing appropriate physical accommodations, adaptive devices, and assistive mobility tools
• Provide educational resources, training, and guidance to school personnel and families on pediatric physical development and environmental accessibility
Benefits & Compensation
• 1099 Independent Contractor Status
• Flexible part-time schedule (up to 15 hours/week)
• Compensation for both Direct & Indirect Service Hours
• Estimated Pay Range: $40 – $50+ / hr (commensurate with experience, district budget, and candidate fit)
• Flexibility with schedule and working 100% from home
For additional information, please contact Charlie Harper, Account Executive @ Procare Therapy and VocoVision!
📍 (678) 538-6734
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