What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Kingdom East Unified Union School District?
The Kingdom East School District is searching for 1.0 FTE licensed Physical Therapist(s) to work with students from preschool through the eighth grade. The Physical Therapist would be part of high functioning IEP, 504 and EST teams in addition to PLCs whose innovative approach to inclusive PT practices coaching model in the early childhood classrooms set us apart from other school districts. The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing direct services, consultative services, conducting evaluations, attending team meetings for IEPs, 504s and ESTs and helping to develop and implement an inclusive classroom coaching model that is aligned with Vermont’s Multi-tiered System of Supports for embedded PT strategies at the universal instruction levels. The Physical Therapist will provide evaluation and therapy services in the educational setting that focuses on purposeful, goal directed activities that improve a student's functional performance during their school day based on assessments for: Postural control, Balance, Strength and stability, Motor control and coordination, Endurance, Functional mobility and accessibility within the educational environment, Gross motor skills. The Physical Therapist may provide supervision and guidance as required to any Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA).
The Kingdom East School District is located in the heart of a vibrant community in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. We operate seven preK-8th grade schools ranging from 60 to 500 students. Our high school students have “choice” and may opt to attend one of the traditional independent schools -- Lyndon Institute or St. Johnsbury Academy -- or another high school of their choosing.
We are located about 3 hours from Montreal, Boston and Portland, ME. Our region is known for breathtaking views and access to great skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and other outdoor opportunities. We are close to the White Mountains and the Green Mountains. Both Littleton, NH and St. Johnsbury, VT have numerous fine and performing arts venues. Our communities attract wholesome families, faculty and staff. Our schools maintain impassioned faculty, personalized beliefs about success, and a caring, safe school culture.
Only completed, on-line applications at schoolspring.com will be accepted. On-line application must include: profile, letter, resume, transcripts, references, tests, certifications and questions, if asked. Hard copies of Vermont Certification with appropriate endorsements, three written letters of reference and transcripts will be required for verification at the interview level. Visit our website www.kingdomeast.org for information about our schools. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F
