PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Supervisor: Director of Special Programs
Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule 24-25 School Year
Location: Special Education
Conditions of Work: .8 FTE
SUMMARY:
The Physical Therapist main goal is to implement services and assess motor skills of students in conjunction with the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Washington State ESA certification for Physical Therapist.
• Prior experience in educational setting desired.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with special education staff.
• Knowledge of SPED law, policies and procedures.
• Skill in Data Collection, Progress Monitoring, and implementation of Motor Services.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information as necessary.
• Ability to develop and maintain high standards of performance.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, community, and staff.
• Ability to work effectively with a range of personnel in the district and schools.
• Working knowledge of appropriate motor assessments.
• Demonstrates respect and confidentiality.
• Serve on staff committees as required.
• Perform related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, and show initiative when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Programs
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Possess a Specialized Degree as a Physical Therapist
• Completed District application forms.
• A letter of interest.
• Placement file and/or at least (3) letters of recommendation.
• A resume
• Copy of ESA
• Copies of college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for application purposes)
• Ability to work individually and in a collaborative or team approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with students in multi-aged groups.
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policies as well as district / legal requirements.
• Ability to meet punctuality and attendance expectations.
UNION AFFIILATION:
This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington
BENEFITS:
Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts
180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days.
260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days' vacation after the first year.
*Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
PROCEDURE:
• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu/
• Click on "Menu" and "Careers" and "Job Openings"
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores 509-787-4571.
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI
fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.
Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:Title IX Coordinator: John Boyd, Superintendent, Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, or Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Assistant Superintendent at 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.
Quincy School District, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848. (509) 787-4571.