Physical Therapist &
Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor
May Center School, Wilmington, MA | Full-Time
Position Summary
Are you prepared to ignite change and transform lives in the field of special education? Leap into an exciting opportunity as a Physical Therapist /Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor at May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities in Wilmington, MA. The Physical Therapist /Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor provides consultative physical therapy and adapted physical education programming to support students' gross motor development, independence, safety, and overall well-being. This role assesses student needs, develops individualized goals, trains school staff, and collaborates with educational and clinical teams to support student progress.
What You'll Do
- Conduct formal and informal physical therapy assessments and develop individualized goals and recommendations.
- Provide consultative physical therapy services based on student needs and established schedules.
- Design and lead Adapted Physical Education classes, including warm-ups, group activities, and gross motor instruction.
- Collaborate with teachers and clinical team members to develop and implement gross motor goals within students' IEPs.
- Complete progress notes, evaluations, reports, IEP documentation, and other required records.
- Train, observe, and provide ongoing consultation and feedback to staff implementing physical therapy and APE programming.
- Collaborate with nursing, educational, clinical, and allied health professionals to adjust therapeutic strategies and recommend adaptive equipment.
- Implement individualized educational and behavioral programs, collect data, and support students with academics, daily living skills, vocational tasks, and challenging behaviors.
- Participate in team, IEP, progress review, family, and school district meetings as requested.
- Promote student safety, dignity, independence, confidentiality, choice, and human rights throughout all programming.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Current state licensure and required national credentials as a Physical Therapist.
- Experience conducting assessments and developing physical therapy, adapted physical education, or gross motor programming.
- Knowledge of Individualized Education Programs, Progress reporting, and educational documentation.
- Understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis or willingness to develop proficiency in ABA-based practices.
- Strong communication, collaboration, training, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, clinicians, and other school professionals.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and assisting with gross motor activities.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Stay covered with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Investing in Your Growth: Level up your skills with paid training and certification opportunities.
- Support When You Need It: Access confidential support and guidance through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Financially Generous Paid Time Off: Dive into relaxation with ample vacation time, 10 paid holidays, and 19 PTO days to start. Plus, celebrate your birthday with a floating holiday just for you!
- Flexibility: Enjoy benefits such as a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), LTD and STD insurance coverage options, and voluntary benefit choices.
- Investing in Your Education: Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance programs.
- Secure Your Future: Plan for retirement with confidence through our 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Compensation: $75,000-$80,000
Join us and discover a culture that cherishes your well-being and invests in your bright future!