Physical Therapist

Special Education Job

To enable students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from their educational programs by providing appropriate therapy services.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Screen and assess students with a variety of physical and developmental problems to determine the need for services and to recommend strategies, adaptations and/or modifications that support the educational program or setting.
• Determine the need for and recommend appropriate adaptive equipment.
• Participate in the determination of technology related needs and the provision of related staff training.
• Participate in the development of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), an Individualized Education Program (IEP), a Service Plan, or a 504 Plan.
• Provide any recommended therapy service.
• Consult with school personnel, parent, and other service providers.
• Participate in the transition planning for the students ...