Description

Founded in 2001, LEARN is a non profit  network of PK-8th grade elementary schools that is creating measurable, transformational change in the lives of its students. We currently educate 4,100 students, a majority low-income, minority student population (88% and 98%, respectively), across 11 campuses across Chicago, Lake County, and Washington D.C. 

Our schools provide a rigorous educational program that is built upon an intimate understanding of each student’s individual learning style and academic needs. We are guided by five core values which include: expectations of high achievement; mutual respect; the development of a safe and nurturing environment; active family involvement; and the positive development of the Whole Child.

LEARN alumni graduate college at 2x the rate of their peers, exceeding city, state and national averages. Our college graduation rate is 10 points above the national average for all students regardless of socio-economic status or ethnicity. We are proud to be closing the achievement gap.
 

What You'll Do

Learn Charter School is looking for a dynamic Physical Therapist who will collaborate with case managers, school counselors/social workers, teachers, school leaders  and others in identifying/meeting the physical needs of students.

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to : 

• Using current physical therapy principles, and LEARN Network guidelines/protocols and best practices, provide direct and consult physical therapy services to students in a K-8th grade school setting as indicated in student plans such as IEP/504/MTSS/health plans.
• Ensure 100% compliance as required by ISBE/authorizing district/Network as it relates to physical therapy in the school setting (including, but not limited to, meeting compliance timelines and service delivery).
• Provide a thorough assessment and identification of physical needs, and utilize data to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504, MTSS, and/or health plans.
• Create an individualized therapy program for students, sharing with classroom teachers and families.
• Use physical exercises to help students increase strength and dexterity and provide access to the educational setting.
• Keep on-going and detailed records of services provided
• Keep ongoing and detailed records of student progress throughout the year, including qualitative and quantitative data related students’ response to interventions and services, and the use of data to inform evidence based  decisions
• Keep abreast of current research and practices in physical therapy and provide Professional development/training related to physical therapy in the school setting to individual student, school, or network teams as appropriate/requested
• Support Network initiatives in the development and implementation of wellness programs through the lens of a school physical therapist
• Attend required meetings and be a contributing participant of the OT/PT/ School/ SSS teams
• Other duties as assigned within the scope physical therapy and as a member of the SSS individual Student, School and Network teams

Qualifications

What You'll Need:

• Education, Training and/or Experience
• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years prior experience providing the service required by this position, including at least three years of experience working within a school setting.
• Holds a license from the State to provide services as a Physical Therapist in the school setting.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state statutes dealing with privacy, care and protection abuse.
• Ability to make referrals to appropriate staff members and other agencies and organizations.
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Professional demeanor
• Ability to express yourself effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Experience in development and implementation procedures
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, adhering to strict timelines
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Comfortable interacting with internal and external customers
• High degree of initiative and independent judgment
• Ability to tactfully and effectively deal with public and staff in a personable and professional manner 
• Excellent people and leadership skills, with an ability to coach, motivate and develop
• Collaborative, team player with superior interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity

Benefits Summary:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all full time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation, personal days, paid holidays
• Short and long term disability
• Paid life insurance
• 403B Contribution 4.5% matching as eligible

Physical Demands/Travel:

Requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files.  May also be expected to clean and maintain equipment and facilities used by students.  Physical demands require the ability to stand, bend, reach high and low, stoop, walk around the classroom and kneel. May be required to travel to LEARN campuses across the state, as needed.

Working Conditions

School staff will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once.  Majority of work will be performed in a general office/ school environment.  May requires participation and attendance at organization sponsored events and meetings.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of LEARN Charter School Network.  Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, family medical history, disability or veteran status.