Physical Therapist - Jackson Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education - Douglas ESD

Physical Therapist - Jackson Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education
 

Douglas ESD is accepting applications for a Physical Therapist for our Jackson County Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education program.   This position is for the 2025- 26 school year.
This position works 190 days, 5 days per week. There are two positions available. One position will work a July through June schedule; one position will work August through June.

Learn more about Jackson Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education here! 

SALARY: $55,238 - $85,848 per the 2025-26 salary schedule (depending on relevant verifiable experience) 
                This is the daily rate of $290.73 - $451.83 per day
 
TO APPLY: Begin the application process by clicking the "Apply" button in the upper right of this announcement in Applicant tracking. (If you are not viewing this via Applicant Tracking (Applitrack), click   **HERE**
 
JOB SUMMARY:  Provide physical therapy assessment, therapy, and consultative services in the area of physical therapy. 

DUTIES:  This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job. Full job description is attached in Applicant Tracking. 

• Evaluate student motor and sensory skills to determine eligibility for special education services using standardized assessment instruments.
• Evaluate motor (gross and adaptive) and sensory development to determine appropriate type and amount of physical therapy services required to insure reasonable educational progress.
• Instruct, train, and monitor classroom staff and parents in the implementation of appropriate motor activities, accommodations, and modifications.
• Design and fabricate adaptive devices and equipment to enhance independence in the educational setting.
• Team with other personnel and agencies to provide coordinated and effective services.
• Monitor and evaluate therapy programs using observation, data and/or pre-post testing.

  
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:  Degree in Physical Therapy required with graduation from an accredited physical therapy school.  Must hold or ability to obtain an Oregon Physical Therapist License.