Physical Therapist Assistant School

PT/A needed

Start Date End Date : ASAP - June 11th (high chance for renewal for next school year as well)
Billable Weekly Hours: 2 days per week/ 15 hours per week (candidate can make their own schedule with the district PT)
Licensure: MD PT/A license in hand
Caseload: A total of 35 students receive PT through school-based (3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high school) and the Infants and Toddlers program (Home based) .This caseload would be shared with the full time district PT.
Age: Birth - Age 21
Potentially covering multiple sites. Locations: Galena, Worton, Chestertown, and/or Rock Hall. The client is willing to work with the candidate for their location preference if possible.

This is an adorable town located right on the Chesapeake Bay. Perfect for a traveler!

Selling points for the district and the area.

What makes the school a great place to work?
This district is small and collaborative where SLPs can build strong relationships with students and school teams and make a meaningful impact. The smaller district environment allows for strong communication and collaboration.

Are there opportunities for professional development or continuing education?
PTs have opportunities to collaborate with other PTs and share resources, strategies, and expertise across the team. District professional learning opportunities may also be available depending on the assignment.

Are there relocation resources or housing recommendations available?
Candidates can explore housing in Chestertown and surrounding communities including Rock Hall, Centreville, Galena, and Betterton, with a variety of rental and home-buying options. I also suggest considering Middletown, DE and Cecil County, MD for housing.

What are some appealing features of the surrounding area?
Chestertown is a charming historic waterfront community with restaurants, shops, arts and cultural activities, Washington College, and easy access to the Chester River. The area also offers boating, kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities.

Are there nearby communities where candidates commonly live and commute from?
Yes. Chestertown, Centreville, Rock Hall, Galena, and Betterton are all nearby options. Many people also choose to live in Middletown, Delaware, which offers additional housing, dining, shopping, and community amenities. Easton and other Eastern Shore communities are also options for those willing to commute.

Is there anything else you recommend we highlight to candidates?
This school offers the opportunity to do meaningful school-based work as part of a collaborative team, while living in or near a close-knit Eastern Shore community. The area offers a slower pace of life, access to the water and outdoor recreation, and proximity to larger communities for additional shopping, dining, and entertainment.