School Based Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT)

At Meliora Academy, we provide individualized education for students with autism and related challenges, focusing on academics, life skills, and independence. Guided by collaboration, evidence-based practice, and whole-child support, we help students grow with confidence. Join us and make a difference every day.

We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and innovative Physical Therapist to join our team. In this role, you'll empower students to improve mobility, balance, strength, coordination, and independence through individualized, evidence-based interventions that support success both in and beyond the classroom. This position has the option of a 4 or 5 day work week.

Salary Range:

4 days- $72,000.00-$88,000.00

5 days- $90,000.00-$110,000.00

What You'll Need

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.

• Current Connecticut licensure as a Physical Therapist.

• Current Safety-Care, First Aid, and CPR certifications (or ability to obtain upon hire).

• Clinical knowledge and experience evaluating students and developing individualized treatment plans in a school-based setting.

• Experience working with neurodiverse students and students with autism and related developmental disabilities.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 60 pounds.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, organizational, and documentation skills.

What You'll Do

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess students’ functional abilities, educational needs, and eligibility for services; contribute to PPT meetings and IEP development.

• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans aligned with students’ educational goals and IEP objectives.

• Provide direct physical therapy services to improve strength, mobility, balance, coordination, endurance, safety, and functional independence.

• Collaborate with educators, related service providers, families, and school staff to integrate motor goals and strategies into classroom routines and daily activities.

• Monitor student progress, analyze outcome data, modify interventions, and maintain accurate, timely, Medicaid-compliant documentation.

• Educate staff and families on positioning, mobility, adaptive equipment, and safety while remaining current on research, evidence-based practices, and school-based pediatric therapy through professional development.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to work 4 or 5 days per week

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Meliora Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at

talent@newstory.com